Journeyman Millwright

WestRock

Location

Battle Creek, MI, 49017

Job Type

Full Time

Date Posted

22 April 2026

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.

Do you hold a Journeyman Millwright or Machinist card?

Interested in a starting wage of $34 per hour, with an excellent benefits package?

Come learn more about Smurfit WestRock's Battle Creek, MI Paper Mill!

We are looking for Industrial Journeyman Millwrights!

The Opportunity:

Participates in the safety program, works to exceed all safety standards and requirements mandated by the mill and OSHA.
Maintain mechanical components and perform machine alignment.
Fabricate parts & equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance duties on facility equipment.

How you will impact WestRock:

Communicate effectively across departments, excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to respond to emergency machine breakdowns in a timely manner and completes assigned task correctly and within the allotted time.
Must have an outstanding safety record and engage in safety activities across the mill.
Troubleshoot, repair, install and maintain motors, drives, couplings, bearings, seals, etc.

What you need to succeed:

Excellent attention to detail and high standards for quality and precision of work.
Must be able to work alone with minimum supervision in a team concept.
Willingness to work overtime when necessary.
Willingness to work shift work when necessary.
JDE or other work order systems knowledge needed, knowledge of paper mill processes and equipment. OSHA 300 certified.

Able to perform at heights, in confined space, ability to lift 50 lbs. and carry up to 50 lbs.

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