WestRock Company
Company 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.
Job Summary The West Point Mill is looking to fill current openings as
Instrumentation Maintenance Techs
at our papermill in West Point, VA. The position offers a competitive wage ranging from $33.04 to $44.30 per hour, plus a full benefits package.
Responsibilities
Industrial instrumentation plant maintenance including preventative maintenance tasks and troubleshooting plant equipment.
Read and understand electrical schematics, loop sheets, process and instrumentation diagrams, and equipment manuals.
Understand and troubleshoot various forms of control logic such as ladder logic and function block diagrams.
Use and understand test equipment such as calibration equipment, digital multi‑meters, megohmmeters and HART communicators.
Possess working knowledge of electrical safety precautions and procedures (e.g. LOTO, NFPA‑70E).
Responsible for troubleshooting and repair of process control equipment throughout the mill.
Use data historian software for trending and tuning loops for efficiency.
Work rotating shifts (southern swing).
Perform duties as part of the Incident Response Team and participate as a fire brigade member.
Requirements
Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, Honeywell and Valmet DCS, experience setting up and calibrating control valves and instrumentation.
Pass written testing requirements.
Available to work overtime as required.
Strong desire and willingness to learn the equipment.
Decision making and troubleshooting abilities.
Good communication and computer skills.
Highly motivated, conscientious, and a good team player with a positive attitude.
Ability to work safely.
Minimum Qualifications
High School or GED plus Virginia Career Readiness Certificate, and at least one of the following credentials.
2‑year technical degree or associate’s degree.
5+ years industrial electrical experience.
Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician.
Appropriate military technical training.
Certificate of apprenticeship.
Compensation & Career Growth
Class 1 Helper: $33.05/hour (promotion to Class C possible within 9–13 months based on performance).
Class C: $35.11/hour (eligible for Class B after 6 months).
Class B: $37.10/hour (promotion to Class A after 12 months).
Class A: $39.71/hour (final step to Class AAA $42.80/hour based on tenure and qualifications).
Total progression time: 2.25–2.5 years (27–31 months) from Class 1 Helper to Class A.
Benefits Full benefits package. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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Job Summary The West Point Mill is looking to fill current openings as
Instrumentation Maintenance Techs
at our papermill in West Point, VA. The position offers a competitive wage ranging from $33.04 to $44.30 per hour, plus a full benefits package.
Responsibilities
Industrial instrumentation plant maintenance including preventative maintenance tasks and troubleshooting plant equipment.
Read and understand electrical schematics, loop sheets, process and instrumentation diagrams, and equipment manuals.
Understand and troubleshoot various forms of control logic such as ladder logic and function block diagrams.
Use and understand test equipment such as calibration equipment, digital multi‑meters, megohmmeters and HART communicators.
Possess working knowledge of electrical safety precautions and procedures (e.g. LOTO, NFPA‑70E).
Responsible for troubleshooting and repair of process control equipment throughout the mill.
Use data historian software for trending and tuning loops for efficiency.
Work rotating shifts (southern swing).
Perform duties as part of the Incident Response Team and participate as a fire brigade member.
Requirements
Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, Honeywell and Valmet DCS, experience setting up and calibrating control valves and instrumentation.
Pass written testing requirements.
Available to work overtime as required.
Strong desire and willingness to learn the equipment.
Decision making and troubleshooting abilities.
Good communication and computer skills.
Highly motivated, conscientious, and a good team player with a positive attitude.
Ability to work safely.
Minimum Qualifications
High School or GED plus Virginia Career Readiness Certificate, and at least one of the following credentials.
2‑year technical degree or associate’s degree.
5+ years industrial electrical experience.
Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician.
Appropriate military technical training.
Certificate of apprenticeship.
Compensation & Career Growth
Class 1 Helper: $33.05/hour (promotion to Class C possible within 9–13 months based on performance).
Class C: $35.11/hour (eligible for Class B after 6 months).
Class B: $37.10/hour (promotion to Class A after 12 months).
Class A: $39.71/hour (final step to Class AAA $42.80/hour based on tenure and qualifications).
Total progression time: 2.25–2.5 years (27–31 months) from Class 1 Helper to Class A.
Benefits Full benefits package. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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