Senior Mechanical Maintenance Leader - Paper Mill

Smurfit Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

STIP bonus program

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock, a leader in sustainable packaging, seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Superintendent to manage machinery maintenance in the mill. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and requires coordinating with multiple departments to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 7+ years of experience, including supervisory experience. The position offers a robust compensation package and a comprehensive benefits plan, based in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred (or related field) with 7+ years of experience.
• Supervisory/management experience is required.
• Experience in the paper industry is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manages installation, repair, and maintenance of all mechanical equipment in the mill.
• Develops action plans to address maintenance inefficiencies and repeat failures.
• Sets department objectives for safety, training, quality, cost, and productivity.
• Interacts with all operating departments and ensures compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Investigates problems to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Monitors and maintains maintenance records and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering

Job description

Smurfit Westrock, a leader in sustainable packaging, seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Superintendent to manage machinery maintenance in the mill. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and requires coordinating with multiple departments to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 7+ years of experience, including supervisory experience. The position offers a robust compensation package and a comprehensive benefits plan, based in