Electrical Maintenance Technician

Job: Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: 51 Robinson St North Tonawanda, NY 14120

Pay: $38 - $41.42/hr; plus shift differential ($0.50/hr - 2nd, $0.65/hr - 3rd)

Shift: 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift (M-F, 3pm - 11pm or 11 pm 7 am)

Overtime: Daily and Weekend as needed.

Support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility. Must be able to conduct, maintain, test and repair electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. Must be able to apply knowledge of electrical/mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and restore in all areas of Manufacturing.

Primary duties include the install, start up and shut down of equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown in line with OSHA requirements; inform appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved and maintain company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment. The job also includes performing preventative maintenance functions as directed, assist maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting and to perform other duties as required.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely and demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, possess a strong desire to learn the maintenance of complex machinery, and have a desire to advance within the company.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

• Ensure internal and external customers get the quality, consistency, and responsiveness they deserve

• Embrace the WestRock culture, based on values of integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Electrical background, Military training and/or technical school preferred

• Ability to maintain various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to work safely, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and comply with all safety regulations

• A thorough knowledge of electrical components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes

• Computer experience/operation and PLC programming

• Flexibility to work any shift and overtime as required

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

• Competitive pay and Benefit Package.

• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

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The starting range is $38 - $41.42/hr, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 5 days of paid vacation will be granted after 60 working days, and 10 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at [1] [1] and the application window is expected to close by 7/18/2026.

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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 safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

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.