Pipefitter Journeyman - Paper Mill

Smurfit Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K matching

Comprehensive training

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Longview, WA is seeking a journey-level Pipefitter to maintain and repair piping systems in a large paper mill. The successful candidate will read blueprints, weld, and assemble components, with training available to reach journeyman level.

A strong mechanical aptitude and safety-focused mindset are essential. The role involves operating cranes and power tools, coordinating with engineering and vendors, and ensuring alignment with pulp and paper manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an industrial maintenance environment as a journey level Pipefitter.
• Apprenticeship or formal education preferred.
• Experience welding carbon and stainless steel.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks in the maintenance department and repair equipment in pulp and paper processes.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Read or sketch blueprints and perform fit ups.
• Operate cutting equipment and welding tools safely.
• Fabricate and assemble piping and tubing per blueprints and specs.
• Select pipe sizes and materials based on job specs and plans.

Skills

Pipefitting experience

Industrial maintenance

Welding

Blueprint reading

Rigging

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal apprenticeship

Job description

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Journeyman Pipefitter - Longview, WA

300 Fibre Way

Longview, WA 98632

The Opportunity

Smurfit Westrock pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill a journey-level Pipefitter position. A 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 to be successful. This position will Perform a variety of maintenance and repair activities on all sized of piped and valves in a large paper mill. Inspects worksite, plans activities, selects tools and replacement parts, cuts, welds, disassembles, and assembles parts. May interact with management, engineering and vendors regarding new machinery/equipment selection, specifications, and set-up.

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 and associated brackets using blueprints and specifications within tolerance.
• Selecting type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications, knowledge of system operation, and study of building plans / working drawings.

What You Need To Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years' experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as a journey level Pipefitter, previous experience in a pulp and paper mill would be considered a plus.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Experience welding carbon and stainless steel.
• Self-motivated, results driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision or direction.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, read and interpret technical documents, and operate moderately complex software and web-based programs.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; customer-focused and a flexible, positive attitude.
• Have the appropriate body coordination with or without reasonable accommodation to do the following for extended periods of time: climb ladders, bending, twisting, kneeling, and crawling, pulling/pushing, standing, walking, and squatting in varying temperatures (hot/cold) 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 $39.58/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.