Job Information
WestRock Company Mechanical Maintenance in Demopolis, Alabama
The Opportunity:
The Demopolis Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS) Paperboard mill operates 24 hours per day, 7 days a week to meet quality production standards. The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties, in such a manner that maintains safe working conditions, maximum production, world class maintenance procedures, quality standards, preservation of equipment capacity, and investment capital.
Mechanical Tasks:
Understanding of and experience with reading drawings, Bills of Materials, parts identification, planning and scheduling
Determine work procedures to assemble, dismantle and overhaul machinery and equipment
Work with a wide variety of precision tools
Perform a variety of maintenance related tasks in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or improvement to equipment
Able to troubleshoot, PM, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Laser align equipment, rebuild pumps, change machine bearings, operate cutting torch, weld plate and pipe, safely troubleshoot and repair hydraulic components, etc.
Expertise with common paper mill equipment/components such as: conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, rolls bearings, seals, chains, sprockets, couplings, cylinders, valves, etc.
Operate equipment such as hoists, cranes, fork-lifts, welding machines, burning rigs, etc.
What you need to succeed:
Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency diploma
5+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment (preferred)
Demonstrated the drive to achieve and have upward movement in various jobs
Self-motivated desire to learn
Capable of meeting physical requirements to include working weekends/holidays, around heat, noise, work inside/outside, etc.
Has the mechanical, mathematical, and verbal aptitude to learn positions
Proven record of performance
Be able to work well with others, understanding all rules and regulations that are associated with this facility
Able to complete and submit an employment application online
Able to operate in heavy manufacturing site and work variable schedule and overtime as needed.
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.
WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.
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.