We are seeking applicants for a Garage Mechanic Millwright in our International Falls, MN Paper Mill. The International Falls facility is a White Paper Mill owned by Packaging Corporation of America.

Responsibilities:

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Work as part of a team in support of a paper manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime.

Troubleshoot, repair, modify and maintain work on a variety of mobile industrial equipment.

Perform pump repair, arc welding, proper rigging.

Ability to operate mobile cranes, fork trucks, mobile lifts, and hoists.

Other duties as assigned.

 

Basic Qualifications:  

High School Diploma or GED.

Completion of a 2-year technical program

Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

Experience in a paper or other manufacturing environment.

Training and certification in mobile equipment repair.

3 years’ experience as a heavy industrial mechanic or maintenance mechanic or equivalent training and experience.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with others including production personnel.

Must be self-motivated with minimal direction at times.

Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

 

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary range for position:  $29.61 (76% Apprentice) to $41.46 (Full Journeyman) Paid Vacation. Paid Holidays. Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages. Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions. More information about the Company’s benefits can be found in the Employee Information section of PCA’s website: Employee Information | Packaging Corporation of America