Senior Maintenance Technician – Industrial Packaging | 2nd Shift

Smurfit Westrock; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with HSA options

Dental

Vision

401(k) with 5% Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Life Insurance and AD&D

Short and Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Lithia Springs, GA is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to support the safe, reliable operation of our packaging production lines. This hands-on role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving automated equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical and mechanical repair skills, and the ability to read schematics, interpret manuals, and use diagnostic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5–6 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting automated production equipment and manufacturing machinery.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience on manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and respond to equipment issues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical failures on manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Diagnose and repair motors, drives, bearings, shafts, chains, sprockets, belts, conveyors, and gearboxes.
• Troubleshoot electrical control systems including motor starters, relays, contactors, motors, drives, and PLC controlled equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Use electrical meters and testing equipment to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities including lubrication, inspections, filter changes, adjustments, and component replacement.
• Adjust and maintain automated production equipment, conveyors, feeders, and packaging machinery.
• Rebuild and replace equipment components including gearboxes, air cylinders, valves, and mechanical assemblies.
• Troubleshoot machine safety circuits and equipment protection systems.
• Perform MIG welding and basic metal fabrication as needed.
• Safely operate maintenance shop equipment including drill presses, lathes, grinders, and power tools.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, equipment reliability, quality, and productivity.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Maintenance Technician I and II team members.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Lithia Springs, GA is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to support the safe, reliable operation of our packaging production lines. This hands-on role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving automated equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical and mechanical repair skills, and the ability to read schematics, interpret manuals, and use diagnostic