Millwright Intermediate - Longview Paper Mill

Millwright Intermediate - Longview Paper Mill

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.

WestRock's pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill an Intermediate level Millwright position. A successful candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude and be willing and eager to invest time and energy in training to gain the necessary skills and knowledge required to be successful. How you will impact WestRock:

• Perform a variety of maintenance-related tasks in connection with the maintenance department.
• Repair and/or make improvements to equipment related to pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
• Be able to read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures to assemble, dismantle and overhaul machinery and equipment using hand and power tools
• Work with a wide variety of precision tools such as veneer calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, levels, gauge blocks and optical and laser alignment tooling
• Perform a variety of maintenance related tasks in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or improvement to equipment related to pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years' experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as an Intermediate level Millwright. Previous experience in a pulp and paper mill would be considered a plus.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Self-motivated, results driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision or direction.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, read and interpret technical documents, and operate moderately complex software and web-based programs.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; customer-focused and a flexible, positive attitude.
• Have the appropriate body coordination with or without reasonable accommodation to do the following for extended periods of time: climb ladders, bending, twisting, kneeling, and crawling, pulling/pushing, standing, walking, and squatting in varying temperatures (hot/cold)
• Welding Experience a plus.

Compensation Offered:

• Starting wage of $30.93/hour.

Benefits Offered:

WestRock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and WestRock (e.g., health, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending account, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, matching 401K).

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.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.