Night Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician

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.

Hiring Immediately - Full Time

Industrial Maintenance Technician - Conover, NC

Night Shift - 7:00PM - 7:00AM

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available immediately
• 401K with company match
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Other benefits such as company paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Tuition Assistance and more
• Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

The Opportunity:

We have an opportunity for a Maintenance Technician at our folding carton plant in Conover, NC. Responsibilities for this role include the following:

• Perform general mechanical maintenance of facility and equipment in a timely and courteous manner.

• Performs mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance of manufacturing equipment (i.e. printing presses, folding machines, etc.).
• Repairs and maintains facility systems (HVAC, plumbing, compressed air, and humidification).
• Paints and performs minor repairs of building interior and exterior including masonry, wallboard, ceiling tiles, woodwork, etc.
• Uses rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments accurately.
• Performs basic handiwork such as replacing light bulbs, ballasts, water and air filters, and plumbing fixtures, cleaning drains, hanging pictures and bulletin boards, and maintaining proper forklift batteries.
• Prepares and operates machine tools such as grinders, and drill presses to repair machine parts and/or fixtures.
• Troubleshoots electric and electronic problems.
• Performs inspections of and tests fire alarms and pumps.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical components including bindery equipment (folder roller changes, transport belts, bearings, drive motors) and presses.
• Troubleshoots and repairs PLCs.
• Troubleshoots motors, pumps, compressors and any other systems in the plant.
• Checks new and refurbished parts for the proper specs.
• Performs preventative maintenance.
• Performs machine modifications to improve production as needed.
• Works on call as required.
• Builds custom parts on demand.
• Maintains accurate maintenance records.
• Operates scissors.
• Understands and respects responsibilities of working in an SOP and cGMP environment.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S to standards set by management. Follow all WestRock Core Values and Behaviors. Additional job duties as assigned by department manager.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical breakdowns as well as pneumatic, hydraulic and general building maintenance
• Maintain equipment in both pro-active and breakdown environment
• Communicate with all levels of associates
• Maintain/complete paperwork and computer system as assigned

What you need to succeed:

• Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have training/certification in machine-specific and electronics fields.
• Minimum 3 years experience in electrical component repair.
• Ability to properly use rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instrument.
• Working knowledge of AC/DC motors.
• Trained in basic electric and mechanical safety.
• Basic computer experience.
• Knowledgeable in the safe use of hand and small power tools.
• Knowledgeable in the use of blue prints and schematics.
• Ability to work on-call as needed.
• Must have acute troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work independently and use independent judgment.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Safety :

• Required- PPE must be worn while on your job. At a minimum, safety glasses, safety toe shoes and hearing protection are required in the facility. Additional PPE may apply dependent on task.
• Required- All safety policies, guid elines and authorities must be followed.
• Required Comply with safety participation program.

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