Maintenance Tech I

Smurfit Westrock•Silsbee, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Smurfit Westrock is seeking applicants for the MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I position at their extrusion facility located in Silsbee, Texas. This role involves maintaining assets through lubrication, PM inspections, electrical & mechanical maintenance, hands-on learning and support, and maintaining clean organized work areas. The technician will perform routine PMs, provide basic mechanical support, and observe all safety guidelines, working closely with maintenance and production teams to ensure asset maintenance and reliability.

Requirements

Must complete Tech I CBT training 1 year from hire or transfer date
Relevant hands-on maintenance experience
Ability to meet work schedule for straight days or rotating shift

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in a related field
Three (3) – five (5) years industrial experience
Electrical and instrumentation skills
Mechanical experience in drives, pumps, automotive equipment and related operating equipment
Excellent troubleshooting abilities and good communication skills
SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute standard lubrication, filter changes, and routine equipment inspections.
Shadow higher-level techs and specialists during complex repairs and machine teardowns.
Strictly follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols and maintain clean workspace standards.
Log completed work orders and basic parts usage accurately into the CMMS.
Partner with maintenance and production teams.
Improve asset reliability
Reduce maintenance uptime
Contribute to reactive and proactive maintenance & continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, and company standards
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Alignment with Smurfit Westrock's values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect