Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Industrial Mechanic.

Pay: $30.51/hr.

The Opportunity:

As an Industrial Mechanic, you will play a critical role in maintaining and repairing the equipment that keeps our operations running safely and efficiently. In this hands-on position, you will apply your mechanical skills to troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What we offer:

• Full benefits package to include (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid holidays & Vacation Days.
• $1250 referral incentive program.
• Reimbursement for steel toes boots/shoes and prescription safety glasses.
• Additional site-specific benefits may include overtime opportunities, hands-on training, development programs, employee recognition, team events, wellness resources, and other offerings that support your success at work and beyond.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment to support safe and efficient operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and utility systems to minimize downtime.
• Help ensure equipment operates within OEM standards and production requirements.
• Support a strong safety culture by following all safety procedures and completing required pre-task analyses.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance productivity, quality, and operational performance.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Previous industrial maintenance or mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and maintenance documentation.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to operate maintenance-related systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a continuous-run manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and reliability.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, hours, and overtime as business needs require.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to lift and move 50+ pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

About Smurfit Westrock:

Smurfit Westrock is a leading global paper and packaging solutions partner. With more than 97,000 employees operating across 500+ packaging and other facilities as well as 57 mills across 40 countries, we offer an unrivaled product portfolio and global expertise to deliver innovative solutions for a sustainable future.