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International Paper · Springhill, LA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Springhill, LA.
- Tools it names
- SAP
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 22 other live reliability postings in Louisiana.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 61%
- Welding 26%
- ✓ SAP 22%
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This plant: International Paper in Springhill
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Full description from International PaperAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
include but are not limited to: Troubleshoot and perform equipment and facility repairs; Install new equipment and/or modifications of existing equipment; Perform routine predictive and preventive maintenance on all equipment within the facility; Operate the computerized maintenance management system for requisitioning materials, work orders, inventory, schedules and preventive maintenance; Perform and assist in equipment changeovers and/or start-ups; Keep accurate records of work performed and all materials used; Participate in company-provided training programs; Assure that all duties are performed safely and in compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety requirements; Comply with all company policies as well as local, state and federal laws/regulations.
Qualifications
include but are not limited to: High School Diploma or GED; Minimum of four (4) years of industrial maintenance experience is highly preferred with working knowledge of process, utilities, packaging and other manufacturing equipment; Must have ability to read blueprints and to revise drawings for modifications; Must have ability to take field measurements and provide sketches for fabrication; Ability to perform independently and in teams; Willingness and ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends and overtime as required; Proven safety record and working knowledge of industrial safety procedures; Must be capable of wearing all required personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety glasses, safety toe shoes, flame resistant clothing, face shield, dust mask, cotton/leather gloves, etc.; Ability to perform heavy physical industrial work to include, but not limited to: Stand/walk constantly for an 8-12 hour work shift; Constant bending/stooping/squatting; constant use of hands and hand/finger dexterity; Constant arm reaching/extending; Effective oral and written skills are necessary; Ability to be part of a multi-functional/multi-skilled maintenance organization with a willingness to flow to work as required by plant production priorities; Working knowledge of MS Office, Word and Excel; Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) primarily SAP. Must successfully complete pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check.
International Paper ( www.ipaper.com ) is the world’s largest paper and forest products company. Primary businesses include paper, packaging and forest products for a variety of end uses. International Paper is a Fortune 100 Company with operations around the globe.
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International Paper will soon be accepting applications for a Manufacturing Mechanic. The successful candidate must be proficient in industrial maintenance preventive work. Only qualified interested individuals who are safety-minded, dependable, team oriented and able to work 8- 12 hour shifts and overtime should apply.
