Night Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Posting: 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 PLC's.
• 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, guidelines 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.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.