Maintenance Mechanic
Smurfit Westrock · Longview Corrugated, WA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 26 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Smurfit Westrock (packaging) in Longview Corrugated, WA. Troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain paperboard converting equipment and general facility systems using mechanical and electrical expertise.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PLC
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in Washington: typical posted base $70k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 59 maintenance technician openings in Washington, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Washington plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 65 other live reliability postings in Washington.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Typical $80k–$132k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 45%
- ✓ PLC 38%
- Welding 35%
- ✓ Root cause 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Smurfit Westrock in Longview Corrugated
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What you need
to succeed: * Must be willing and able to work any shift, including rotating shifts as well as weekends. * 2 years of mechanical maintenance experience * Previous experience in a paperboard converting facility a plus. * Excellent leadership communication skills including verbal, written and interpersonal. * Experience troubleshootin g and can demonstrate knowledge of: Electrical schematics, Mechanical systems, PLCs, HVAC, Air Compressors, Hydraulic systems and/or paperboard converting systems based on previous experience 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 S ustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. The starting rate for this position is $42.11, 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, 5 days of paid vacation after 1 year of employment, and 14 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 [1] www.westrock.c om/company/car eers and the application window is expected to close by 11/13/26.
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The Opportunity: The Maintenance Mechanic Technician is responsible for maintaining the performance and reliability of paperboard converting equipment by performing installations, repairs, and troubleshootin g across the sheeting and finishing processes. The role executes corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance to support efficient and safe production operations. Starting Pay: $42.11/hr. (upon completion of Electrical Training Program, increase to $51.43/hr.) Shift: Available to train on 1st shift and move to rotating shift (4 on and 4 off, may vary based on production needs. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K How you will impact Smurfit Westrock: * Execute corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance work orders as planned, supporting asset reliability and minimizing downtime. * Troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain paperboard converting equipment and general facility systems using mechanical and electrical expertise. * Promote and uphold a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with personal safety, food safety, and equipment safety standards. * Participate in process improvement and root cause analysis initiatives to reduce waste, improve productivity, and enhance equipment performance. * Provide accurate repair time estimates, complete maintenance documentation, and support training, reliability programs, and team collaboration.