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Maintenance Technician

Smurfit Westrock · Cleveland Container, OH

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Industry
Packaging
Posted
25 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Smurfit Westrock (packaging) in Cleveland Container, OH. 3 support pieces of equipment.

Tools it names
PLC
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in Ohio: typical posted base $58k–$75k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 202 maintenance technician openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 211 other live reliability postings in Ohio.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $71k–$107k, from 10 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ PLC 49%
  • ✓ Team leadership 42%
  • Welding 34%
  • Root cause 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Smurfit Westrock

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  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

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  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

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    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

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Maintenance Technician at Smurfit Westrock in other locations

Smurfit Westrock lists this title in 17 places. Pick the plant you can get to.

Full description from Smurfit WestrockAs posted on their careers site.Show

Location: 16645 Granite Rd, Maple Heights, OH 44137

Shift/Hours: Mon-Thurs, 6am – 4pm

Overtime: Must be flexible and able to work Fridays as needed.

Pay: $34 - $38 an hour

Benefits: 1st day benefits (medical/dental/vision/401k)

Vacation Time : 2 weeks paid vacation per year, 1st year prorated to start date.

The Opportunity

Performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on electrical and mechanical systems involving production equipment and plant systems including PLCs.

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include

  • •Ensure production machinery functions correctly and efficiently.
  • •Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, compressor, and vacuum systems.
  • •Work on motors, conveyors, AC/DC, and PLC troubleshooting.
  • •Will work with steam and boiler controls, and mechanical power drives.
  • •Perform predictive and preventative maintenance activities.
  • •Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • •Complete Timely and accurate paperwork.

to succeed

  • •Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Military training and/or Technical School preferred.
  • •Strong Electrical and Mechanical aptitude required with extensive troubleshooting experience.
  • •Experience with Troubleshooting in a Production/Manufacturing Environment.
  • •Operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery including motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3 phase power, communication devices, industrial / electronic controls and power transmission systems.
  • •Ability to install and set up both A/C and D/C drives.
  • •Able to install and troubleshoot basic 3 phase motor control circuits.
  • •Knowledge of the various types of sensors and limit switches.
  • •A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • •PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability preferred.
  • •Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings.
  • •Must be fully computer literate with Microsoft environment.
  • •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • •Ability to work independently in a mature and professional manner.
  • •Ability to work overtime.
  • •Basic mathematical skills and basic technology/computer skills.
  • •Corrugated background is a plus, but not required

What we offer

  • •A corporate culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
  • •Comprehensive training with ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • •A competitive salary aligned to skills, competencies, and potential
  • •A long-term career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are core business drivers
  • •Day Shift maintenance team structure:
  • •3-person team
  • •2 Maintenance Technicians
  • •1 Maintenance Supervisor
  • •Equipment supported on Day Shift:
  • •5 pieces of equipment running daily
  • •3 support pieces of equipment
  • •2 additional pieces run as needed

The starting rate is $34 - $38 an hour , 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, 10 days of paid vacation, 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 www.westrock.com/company/careers and the application window is expected to close by 11/13/2026.

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