Maintenance Technician

General Information

Job ID
ATR58670

Posting Job Title
Maintenance Technician

Locations
AR Rogers

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
30-Jun-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.


The Opportunity:

3rd Shift

As a Maintenance Electrical Tech, you'll play a key role in our full line manufacturing operation. Based on your experience, you will support the facility maintenance program while helping drive productivity and meet customer commitments.

• Complete preventative maintenance, projects, and emergency repairs to increase machine up time.
• Monitor equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
• Perform routine maintenance, review schematics/diagrams, and basic troubleshooting to guide repairs
• Perform both routine and emergency repairs to equipment to keep equipment producing safely
• Communicate effectively with teammates and supervisors to resolve issues and meet goals
• Follow instructions closely and maintain strong attention to detail to support machine up time

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Ensure machine repairs are completed safely, timely, and completely the first time
• Demonstrate daily the Smurfit Westrock values of Safety, Loyalty, Integrity, and Respect
• Collaborate with others to learn, understand, and train others in the processes of Smurfit Westrock
• Promote safe work environment by following all safety protocols and processes to ensure you and your fellow team members return home safely each day.

What you need to succeed:

• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team setting or individually
• Must be available to work a modified shift in a 3-shift operation and overtime as required.
• 2-3 years proven and consistent work background in electro automation system installation and troubleshooting experience
• 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.
• Understands hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to install and set up both A/C and D/C drives
• PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
• Able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings
• Working knowledge of encoders and various types of sensors
• Working knowledge of power transmission equipment, bearings, pneumatics and hydraulics
• Basic welding skills
• Familiar with pumps; both air and electrical
• Able to install and troubleshoot 3 phase motor control circuits
• Knowledge of various types of sensors and limit switches
• Consistent and dependable attendance
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment that is hot and humid in the Summer/Fall.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, involving lift, push/pull up to 50 lbs., navigate stairs, stand, walk, and bend throughout the entire shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
• All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks and pre-employment drug testing.

What we offer:

• Pay is dependent on experience - $32.19 / $37.73
• Shift differential of .55 cents per hour
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
• Benefits begin first of the month after 30 days of employment to include the following options:

1. Medical, dental, vision
2. Company paid life and accidental death insurance
3. Paid lunches and breaks
4. 11 paid holidays per year
5. 5 days vacation (pro-rated depending on start date)
6. 401K
7. Safety shoe reimbursement of $170 annually and Prescription safety glasses $155 annually
8. Employee referral program
9. Many other benefits both company provided and voluntary

#WorkWithSmurfitWestrock

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.