Maintenance Technician

General Information

Job ID


ATR64329


Posting Job Title


Maintenance Technician


Locations


WI Pleasant Prairie


Employment Type


Full Time


Date Posted


07-Jul-2026


Relocation Support


No


Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.


Come join our team at our new state of the art facility in Pleasant Prairie!

Maintenance Technician - Pleasant Prairie, WI

Starting Pay: Based on Experience/Skill Level: $31.75-$45.17/hr.


Benefits: Full benefits on day one of employment + OT Pay!

Primary duties: include providing safe and timely electrical support, preventative maintenance, installation, service, repair, troubleshooting and resolution of multiple operating machines within a manufacturing industrial environment

The ideal candidate: will have mechanical and electrical experience, a familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics and have basic troubleshooting experience with proven ability of machine repair.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Utilize electrical/mechanical skills to maintain machinery
• Contribute to a collaborative safety culture that drives results
• Provide rapid response to ensure seamless productivity

What you need to succeed:

• A basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• A basic understanding of Preventative Maintenance programs
• Knowledge/ experience with basic mechanical components and concepts (ie: Gears and Gearboxes, Bearings, Drive Shafts, Couplings, Sprockets, Chains)
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Working knowledge of power transmission equipment
• Familiar with pumps, both pneumatic and electric
• Some knowledge of the various types of sensors and limit switches
• Familiar with computers and Microsoft software
• Familiar with pumps, both air and electric
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a mature and professional manner
• PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to work flexible hours, overtime
• An operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery which includes motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3 phase power, communication devices, industrial /electronic controls, and power transmission systems
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and logic/ control diagrams
• Troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems down to component level (2-3 years preferred)
• Able to install, setup, and troubleshoot both AC and DC drives
• Familiar with pumps, both pneumatic and electric
• Able to troubleshoot basic 3 phase motor control circuits
• Basic welding skills

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
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance + Generous 401K Company Match +Employee Stock Purchase Plan potential

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.