Multi-craft Mechanic

Job Title

Repairing, installing, and rebuilding mechanical equipment throughout the mill as well as possessing personal initiative in meeting the training requirements to improve individual industrial skills specific to the RYAM Fernandina Plant.

Job Description

RYAM is a global leader of high purity cellulose commonly used in the production of filters, food, pharmaceuticals, high performance plastics, propellants and various other industrial applications. RYAM's specialized assets, capable of creating the world's leading cellulose specialties products, are also used to produce cellulose viscose pulp, cellulose fluff pulp, paperboard, high yield pulp and various value-added co-products, including biofuels, bioelectricity and lignin. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM generated $1.5 billion of revenue in 2025. More information is available at

RYAM's intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 100 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation's top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in over 40 countries across five continents.

Repairing, installing, and rebuilding mechanical equipment throughout the mill as well as possessing personal initiative in meeting the training requirements to improve individual industrial skills specific to the RYAM Fernandina Plant.

Qualified candidates will bring the following experience and skill sets:

• High school diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of industrial maintenance experience
• Be proficient in base craft and qualified to perform all tasks associated with troubleshooting, pump installation and alignment, conveyors, drag chains, operating heavy equipment, and repairing or replacement of mill equipment.
• Able to draft, read and understand mechanical drawings, machinery specifications and parts list
• Functional in three (3) additional base skills (millwright, pipefitting, instrumentation, machinist, carpentry or electrical)
• Knowledge of pumps, filters, grinders, gears, hydraulic systems, pipe installation and welding
• Possess basic computer and handheld devices skills
• Own a complete set of basic mechanical tools
• Self-starter who can work safely under high-pressure situations
• Experience with Predictive Technologies such as Vibration Analysis, Ultrasound equipment, and Precision Alignment preferred
• SAP experience preferred

Working conditions

• The working conditions include an indoor non-air-conditioned industrial manufacturing and warehouse environment. Subject to temperatures that range from 65 to 90 degrees in the general working environment and hotter in certain areas of the plant. Occasional outdoor activities in hot, cold, or adverse weather.
• Twenty-four hour working environment. Must be available and willing to work rotating shifts.

Physical requirements

• Must pass and maintain all medical and fit-testing requirements for respiratory equipment
• Must be able to stand on concrete floors for an extended period, climb narrow stairs, ladders, and scaffolding. Work in confined spaces or at heights and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds during the shift.

Why you will love working for RYAM:

• Competitive pay, potential to earn $100,000 annually
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short term / Long term disability
• Bonus / Merit
• Life insurance (Company paid & Voluntary)
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement
• Retirement plan

EOE/Vet/Disability