Maintenance Technician Job
Employer: Smurfit Westrock
SpiderID: 14065783
Location: Plymouth, Indiana
Posted: 9/16/2025
Wage: $25 - $38 an hour
Priority Review Date: 12/15/2025
Job Code / NOC / SOC:
Category: Manufacturing
Job Description:
Our Food Service Packaging plant facility in Plymouth, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician that will be an integral part of the Plymouth team.
The Maintenance Technician performs work of routine difficulty related to equipment, building maintenance and construction; performs related work as assigned.
Shifts Available: Days, 1st Shift, 2nd Shift
• Days, Shift A: 6 am - 6 pm (3 on/2 off/2 on/3 off)
• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6 am - 2 pm
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2 pm - 10 pm
Pay Scale: $25.15-$38.48
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Following all safety rules and practices.
• Performs typical maintenance and emergency breakdowns maintenance to support plant operations.
• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department manager.
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical gearboxes, timing, alignment, conveyors, motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machinery and the building or grounds such lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels, etc.
• General Industrial electrical knowledge, ability to troubleshoot motors preferable.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs wiring circuits, transformers, and control devices in compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wire diagrams is preferable.
• Understanding of NFPA 70E standards and be capable of applying these standards in the work situation preferable.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical systems on production equipment
• May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment
• Will utilize both hand and power tools effectively while maintaining high maintenance and safety standards.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other employees to improve execution of task.
What you need to succeed:
• High school or technical school education and 3 years of factory related experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement), do basic math, and some computer skills.
• Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Effective communication skills and excellent coordination skills.
• Great organizational and time management abilities.
• General safety, lockout/tagout, HAZMAT, forklift safety, electrostatic discharge awareness, foreign object damage awareness, and quality system awareness.
• Required to be familiar with and use all hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed and be well versed in the disciplines mentioned above.
• Must feel comfortable with working in a team environment consisting of facility team members and outside contractors.
• Required to use considerable judgment when performing and planning to perform tasks.
• Ability to effectively manage time.
Must be flexible on shift. Must successfully pass pre-employment screenings; drug test, physical and criminal background check
The Maintenance Technician performs work of routine difficulty related to equipment, building maintenance and construction; performs related work as assigned.
Shifts Available: Days, 1st Shift, 2nd Shift
• Days, Shift A: 6 am - 6 pm (3 on/2 off/2 on/3 off)
• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6 am - 2 pm
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2 pm - 10 pm
Pay Scale: $25.15-$38.48
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Following all safety rules and practices.
• Performs typical maintenance and emergency breakdowns maintenance to support plant operations.
• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department manager.
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical gearboxes, timing, alignment, conveyors, motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machinery and the building or grounds such lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels, etc.
• General Industrial electrical knowledge, ability to troubleshoot motors preferable.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs wiring circuits, transformers, and control devices in compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wire diagrams is preferable.
• Understanding of NFPA 70E standards and be capable of applying these standards in the work situation preferable.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical systems on production equipment
• May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment
• Will utilize both hand and power tools effectively while maintaining high maintenance and safety standards.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other employees to improve execution of task.
What you need to succeed:
• High school or technical school education and 3 years of factory related experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement), do basic math, and some computer skills.
• Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Effective communication skills and excellent coordination skills.
• Great organizational and time management abilities.
• General safety, lockout/tagout, HAZMAT, forklift safety, electrostatic discharge awareness, foreign object damage awareness, and quality system awareness.
• Required to be familiar with and use all hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed and be well versed in the disciplines mentioned above.
• Must feel comfortable with working in a team environment consisting of facility team members and outside contractors.
• Required to use considerable judgment when performing and planning to perform tasks.
• Ability to effectively manage time.
Must be flexible on shift. Must successfully pass pre-employment screenings; drug test, physical and criminal background check
Job Requirements:
What you need to succeed:
• High school or technical school education and 3 years of factory related experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement), do basic math, and some computer skills.
• Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Effective communication skills and excellent coordination skills.
• Great organizational and time management abilities.
• General safety, lockout/tagout, HAZMAT, forklift safety, electrostatic discharge awareness, foreign object damage awareness, and quality system awareness.
• Required to be familiar with and use all hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed and be well versed in the disciplines mentioned above.
• Must feel comfortable with working in a team environment consisting of facility team members and outside contractors.
• Required to use considerable judgment when performing and planning to perform tasks.
• Ability to effectively manage time.
Must be flexible on shift. Must successfully pass pre-employment screenings; drug test, physical and criminal background check
• High school or technical school education and 3 years of factory related experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement), do basic math, and some computer skills.
• Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Effective communication skills and excellent coordination skills.
• Great organizational and time management abilities.
• General safety, lockout/tagout, HAZMAT, forklift safety, electrostatic discharge awareness, foreign object damage awareness, and quality system awareness.
• Required to be familiar with and use all hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed and be well versed in the disciplines mentioned above.
• Must feel comfortable with working in a team environment consisting of facility team members and outside contractors.
• Required to use considerable judgment when performing and planning to perform tasks.
• Ability to effectively manage time.
Must be flexible on shift. Must successfully pass pre-employment screenings; drug test, physical and criminal background check
Job Criteria:
Start Date: ASAP
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Experience: 3
Education: High School
Travel: None
Vacation: 2 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
Company Profile:
Smurfit WestRock is a Global paper packaging solutions company. We manufacture a ton of different paper items, including boxes.
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Cassie Clark | Type: Employer |
| Company: Smurfit Westrock | |
| Web Site: https://westrockta.avature.net/en_US/careers | |