Requirements
Description & Requirements
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 integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Career Opportunity: Maintenance Vibration Technician Cat II or III
Job Summary
The Vibration Technician performs various preventative, predictive and maintenance procedures including predictive analysis (vibration, IR, etc.), troubleshooting, preventative rounds, some mechanical work and other tasks as needed. The technician is expected to follow plant safety procedures such as Lockout/Tagout and perform pre-task checklists. Typically, a day shift position, overtime may be required to complete assigned tasks, perform work on extended machine outages, call-ins after hours or other overtime requirements that may arise.
The position reports to the Maintenance Reliability Manager but at times may be reporting to the Maintenance Manager, Production Superintendent, Production Supervisor or General Manager depending on who is present during the time.
Responsibilities
- Participates in the safety program for the maintenance department and works to exceed all safety standards and requirements mandated by the plant and OSHA
- Understand and be able to troubleshoot lubrication and vibration issues
- Perform preventative maintenance vibration checks on equipment through daily and assigned rounds/duties
- Attend training onsite and offsite to keep vibration certifications up to date
- Assist in failure analysis to improve work and equipment performance
- Maintain clean work area and perform housekeeping as required.
- Willing to train other vibration technicians with knowledge learned from experience and training
- Other Duties as assigned
Education And/or Experience
- Willing to achieve the following certification requirements.
- (Vibration) ISO Category I/ (Lubrication) MLT1 within 1 year of hire date
- ISO Category II within 2 years of hire date
- ISO Category III within 5 years of hire date
- Familiar with test equipment i.e. meters, calipers, etc.
- Educational background including associate degree, trade school or apprenticeship in maintenance highly considered. Extensive experience in lieu of education also recognized.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of and basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Millwright experience of 2+ years preferred.
- CAT I or above vibration certification
- Documented history of at least 2 years in an industrial reliability technician role
- 5 years maintenance experience, preferably in a heavy industrial setting
- Level II or above vibration certification
- Experience in Emerson Vibration equipment is a plus
- Excellent problem-solving ability
- JDE, SAP or other manufacturing work system computer experience
- Able to use Microsoft Word and Excel for reports and communication
- Knowledge of paper mill processes and equipment is a plus
- Physical requirements: Heights, confined space, ability to lift 51 lbs. and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Detail oriented and able to work with minimum supervision
- Level I Infrared certification is a plus
WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
