Maintenance Coordinator

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE : SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose : Innovate Boldly.

Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Opportunity summary : As a Maintenance Coordinator, you will be responsible for providing maintenance, clerical and administrative planning services to internal and external customers and be the main contact for all OEM contacts, contractors and regulatory bodies.

As a Maintenance Coordinator you will plan facility repairs and perform plant day-to-day reviews to ensure that the facility is operating reliably and safely.

You will schedule and coordinate planned maintenance work. The Maintenance Coordinator will also be responsible for Environmental compliance, all site purchasing and plant inventory management.

How you will impact WestRock :

• Manage and track maintenance budget, identify variances, and provide explanations to justify budget deviations
• Coordinate the work of maintenance contactors with the production schedule
• Identify parts required for necessary maintenance efforts (preventative maintenance, machine repairs, etc.) and plan / budget for the acquisition of required parts
• Order all raw material inventory, machinery spare parts, site supplies, janitorial supplies etc.
• Complete purchase requisitions
• Check and correctly code invoices to match purchase orders
• Develop hands-on knowledge and expertise of production equipment, parts, functions and processes through observation and engaging with employees on the production floor
• Serve as critical member to the Production team, representing the interest of the group in all work activities both internal and external to the facility
• Partner with Maintenance Contractors and determine feasibility and safety controls for work to be performed
• Communicate with production team and maintenance contractors to resolve chronic and repeat failures with equipment, provide status updates on maintenance efforts, and gather feedback
• Participate in production meetings with Maintenance to review upcoming work requests, weekly scheduling, and outage planning
• Ensure the site is compliant with all Environmental company and provincial policies and regulations
• Complete all environmental audits and administration
• Ensure all inventory stocks are well maintained by conducting frequent inventory checks
• All other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed :

• High School diploma Associates or Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing industry in both maintenance coordination, purchasing and inventory management
• Knowledge of Flexographic printing an asset
• Proven track record of analytical skills that drive decision-making
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills including JDE, Excel, Microsoft
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and take action in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Why Work for WestRock :

• Competitive salary
• Benefits from first day of employment
• Pension plan from the first day of employment (up to 7% with company match)
• An Employer that cares about health and safety
• Training opportunities to enhance your skills and grow your career
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
• A management team committed to WestRock's values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Excellence

As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, we will, upon request from the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities.

Please let us know your needs and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.

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Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.

Smurfit 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.