Multi Craft Mechanic Step 5 - Military Veterans

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.

WestRock makes consumer and corrugated packaging solutions that give our customers a winning edge in the global marketplace. We partner closely with customers on everything from beverage packs and pizza boxes to trigger sprayers and fragrance pumps to paperboard used for a wide variety of packaging and shipping containers. We consider ourselves to be part of their team - as we strive for continuous improvement together.

Every day, our 50,000 team members combine practical innovations and rigorous execution in over 275 operating and business facilities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia to deliver products and services that answer unique local needs. We expect to win as a company and lead the industry by achieving success together with our customers, employees, and investors.

Mechanical Maintenance Journeyman Mechanic

Stevenson, AL

Career Opportunity (Job Summary):

The Stevenson Alabama Mill manufactures corrugated medium and is one of North America's largest fully integrated semi-chemical pulp and paper mill. Stevenson Alabama is centrally located between Chattanooga, Tennessee and Huntsville, Alabama. The Stevenson Mill overlooks the beautiful Tennessee River, and the mountains and lakes in the surrounding area offer plenty of outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, boating, and hiking. A short drive to either Huntsville or Chattanooga offers a variety of restaurants, nightlife, museums, concerts, shopping, or other interests.

Reporting to the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, the primary functions of the mechanical maintenance journeyman mechanic include, but are not limited to, troubleshooting, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining production and process equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications.

How you will impact WestRock (Principle Responsibilities):

• Read and examine blueprints, engineering drawings, and process and instrument diagrams.


• Understand and switch back and forth between the metric and English measuring system.


• Carry out tasks, which require a sequence of steps, and deal with upset conditions that may affect or modify normal operational parameters.


• Select and properly use personal protective equipment according to the specific hazard or hazards in accordance with Department requirements.


• Don and work in respiratory equipment including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus which may be required to respond to emergency conditions.


• Operate a Bobcat loader, lift truck, aerial lifts, scissors lifts, chains and hoists, oxygen/acetylene rigs.


• Apply welding skills including SMAW, TIG, MIG, pipefitting, pipe fabrication and repair.


• Operate lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and other basic shop equipment with precision.


• Rigging and hoisting including safe load calculation. Be familiar with hand signals, slings, cables, chokers, and shackles.


• Compliance with safety regulations with emphasis on energy isolation, lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and line breaking procedures.


• Have sufficient troubleshooting skills to help identify mechanical issues.


• Train apprentices and other employees as required.

What you need to succeed

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent


• Full working knowledge of millwright, pipe fitter, metal worker, and mechanic trades including proper tool usage, lubrication, drive components, v-belt drives, chain drives, speed reducers, bearings, pumps, piping systems, basic arc welding and burning, hydraulics, and troubleshooting techniques obtained through a combination of experience and on the job training.

• Documented completion of mechanical maintenance Journeyman apprenticeship

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

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.