WestRock

Description & Requirements

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.

Career Opportunity

The Maintenance Millwright is responsible performing a variety of skilled mechanical work in maintenance, installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of equipment. The position reports to Maintenance Supervisor on a weekly rotating shift (days, afternoon and nights) in a unionized environment. Days shift starts at 6:45 am, afternoon shift starts at 2:45 pm and night shift starts at 10:45 pm. Starting wage for a certified Millwright is $42.23. Shift premiums for afternoon($0.75/hour) and night shift ($1.25 per hour).

All successful applicants must be able to provide a satisfactory criminal background check, and pre-placement medical. 

How will you impact WestRock:

• Responsible for performing mechanical and/or electrical duties in the maintenance, repair, inspection, testing, and installation of mechanical/electrical equipment including structural.
• Observe or listen to machinery or equipment operation in order to detect and identify malfunction.
• Install electronic power, communication, control or security equipment or systems.
• Repair computer controlled manufacturing systems
• Provide guidance and expert advice to management or other groups or technical systems or process related topics.
• Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures to reach full and accurate understanding
• Troubleshoot advanced electrical circuits
• Operate various tools, instruments and equipment used in the testing and repairs of mechanical equipment
• Fabricate, assemble, and disassemble manufactured products by hand. 
• Use acetylene welding/cutting torch and combination welding procedures
• Use tube bending equipment
• Use electrical or electronic testing devices or equipment.
• Operate hoist, winch, or hydraulic boom as needed.
• Operate with advanced skill hand tools both powered and manual.
• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools such as a drill press, lathe and/or welding equipment.
• Operate maintenance vehicles including aerial lifts, personnel transport vehicles and forklifts.
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• Advanced skills in both mechanical and electrical trade licences.
• Must have Industrial Millwright 433A Red Seal Certificate
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Solid technical problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. May require the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. May require the ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of organization.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of and basic computer skills.
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Willingness to go the extra mile to get it right 

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.

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

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