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Smurfit Westrock plc

Millwright Journeyman - Longview Mill

Smurfit Westrock plc, Longview, Washington, United States, 98632

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Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity WestRock’s pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill a Journey-level Millwright 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. May interact with management, engineering and vendors regarding new machinery/equipment selection, specifications, and set‑up.

How you will impact WestRock

Be able to read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures to assemble, dismantle and overhaul machinery and equipment using hand and power tools

Perform the duties of a welder such as arc welding, etc

Work with a wide variety of precision tools such as veneer calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, levels, gauge blocks and optical and laser alignment tooling

Perform a variety of maintenance related tasks in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or improvement to equipment related to pulp and paper manufacturing processes

Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment

Other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed

High School Diploma or GED required

3+ years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as a Journey level Millwright; 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)

The selection process

Starting wage of $41.98/hour

Benefits Offered WestRock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and 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.

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