Pipefitter Intermediate - Paper Mill

Smurfit-Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock pulp and paper mill in Longview, WA is seeking an Intermediate-level Pipefitter. The successful candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude and commit to training to gain the required skills and knowledge.

The role involves maintenance and repair across piping systems, cutting and welding, and interaction with operators, engineers, and management. 2+ years in industrial maintenance as a pipefitter or equivalent welding experience are expected, with potential for

Qualifications

• 2+ years in industrial maintenance as an intermediate pipefitter; pulp and paper mill experience is a plus.
• Or 2+ years as welder with ability to pass pipe tests or stainless TIG test.
• AWS/WABO or equivalent welding certifications are a plus.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and pass a multi-phase physical.
• Proficient reading measurements, blueprints and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on piping systems and related equipment.
• Inspect, cut, weld, and fit piping components including carbon steel and stainless steel.
• Read or sketch blueprints and perform fit ups.
• Operate overhead cranes and various power tools safely.
• Collaborate with operators, engineers, and management.

Skills

Pipefitting

Reading measurements

Welding principles

Power tools

Industrial safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal apprenticeship or education preferred

Tools

Blueprints & Schematics

Welding certifications

Job description

The opportunity:

Smurfit Westrock pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill an Intermediate-level Pipefitter position. The successful candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude and be willing and eager to invest time and energy in training to gain the necessary skills and knowledge required to be successful. This position will perform a variety of maintenance and repair activities on piping systems of all sizes in a large paper mill while adhering to safety protocols and policies. Some basic duties include inspecting and repairing piping systems and associated equipment, cutting, welding. Additionally, this position will interface operators, engineers, and management.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Perform a variety of maintenance-related tasks in connection with the maintenance department.
• Repair and/or make improvements to equipment related to pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, rigging, pipe threading machines, welding equipment, tube bending machines, and various power tools.
• Read or sketch blueprints/drawings and perform own fit ups.
• Layout and mark weld points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates.
• Assembly of components with some fabrication of equipment as needed for the job.
• Position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Operate cutting equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble screwed piping and tubing, fit weld pipe or butt weld pipe both carbon steel and stainless steel.
• Selecting type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications, knowledge of
• Troubleshooting industrial electrical equipment using the necessary test equipment like voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes.

What you need to succeed:

• 2+ years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as an intermediate level pipefitter. Previous experience in a pulp and paper mill or other heavy industrial plant is a plus. Experience to include Reading and Taking Measurements, Welding Principles, Basic Mechanics, Power Tools, Industrial Safety
• Or 2+ years as an experienced Welder - Industrial Math, Weld, Reading, Blueprints & Schematics and must be able to pass either a 6” Carbon Steel pipe, stick weld test or a 2” Stainless steel tig weld test.
• AWS, WABO or equivalent weld certifications a plus.
• Experience reading and taking measurements, welding principles, basic mechanics, power tools, industrial safety.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Self-motivated, results driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision or direction.
• Basic knowledge and experience in computer usage.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must be able to pass a multi-phase physical.
• Must agree to complete sub-journeyman training program through training and testing provided by the company to reach Journeyman level status.

Compensation Offered

• Starting wage of $29.15/hour.

Benefits Offered

Smurfit Westrock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and Smurfit Westrock (e.g., health, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending account, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, matching 401K).

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.