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WestRock

Maintenance Technician - Days

WestRock, Plymouth, Indiana, United States, 46563

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Overview 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.

Location Plymouth, IN (1000 Pidco Drive, Plymouth, IN 46563)

Shift Availability

Maintenance Technician:

Days, Shift A : 6 am - 6 pm (3 on/2 off/2 on/3 off)

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2 pm - 10 pm

Pay

$25.15 an hour – Forming Technician

$30 – $34 an hour – Maintenance Technician

Job Summary The Maintenance Technician performs work of routine difficulty related to equipment, building maintenance and construction; performs related work as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following all safety rules and practices.

Performs typical maintenance and emergency breakdowns maintenance to support plant operations.

Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department manager.

Maintaining clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks.

Strong working knowledge of mechanical gearboxes, timing, alignment, conveyors, motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machinery and the building or grounds such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels, etc.

General Industrial electrical knowledge, ability to troubleshoot motors preferable.

Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs wiring circuits, transformers, and control devices in compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations.

The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wire diagrams is preferable.

Understanding of NFPA 70E standards and be capable of applying these standards in the work situation preferable.

Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical systems on production equipment

May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment

Will utilize both hand and power tools effectively while maintaining high maintenance and safety standards.

Collaborate and communicate effectively with other employees to improve execution of task.

Requirements

High school or technical school education and 3 years of factory related experience in a maintenance environment.

Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement), do basic math, and some computer skills.

Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.

Must be self‑starting/self‑motivated and able to work independently.

Effective communication skills and excellent coordination skills.

Great organizational and time management abilities.

General safety, lockout/tagout, HAZMAT, forklift safety, electrostatic discharge awareness, foreign object damage awareness, and quality system awareness.

Required to be familiar with and use all hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed and be well versed in the disciplines mentioned above.

Must feel comfortable with working in a team environment consisting of facility team members and outside contractors.

Required to use considerable judgment when performing and planning to perform tasks.

Ability to effectively manage time.

Must be flexible on shift. Must successfully pass pre‑employment screenings; drug test, physical and criminal background check.

Smurfit WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans

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.

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

Hiring Immediately!

If you have one or more of the above skills, we encourage you to apply!

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