Journey Level Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic (M&E
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Details
Job Location:
WA
- Longview, WA 98632
Education Level: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Salary Range: $48.98 - $57.99 Hourly
Job Category:
Manufacturing
From its world-class manufacturing facility in Longview, WA., the NORPAC mill produces high-quality, packaging, copy paper, and printing paper for customers across the United States and around the world. Now part of International Paper, the NORPAC mill benefits from expanded resources and a strengthened commitment to safety, customer focus, a great workplace, and profitable growth.
NORPAC is a team-based work environment where individuals integrate safety, teamwork, innovation, and citizenship as core values in pursuit of world-class performance while leading a principle-based, process-disciplined organization.
QualificationsGeneral Requirements Include:
- Demonstrated ability to work safely and comply with safety procedures
- Excellent team and communication skills
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Strong interest in learning other crafts
- Willingness to learn and grow within a tier-based system
- Basic computer skills
- Willingness to work in a hot, humid and noisy environment
- Commitment to continuous learning and active participation in the Electrician and Instrumentation program
(Tier 1 - Entry)
- Minimum two years' experience in a continuous processing industry in an entry level maintenance role
- Assisted in inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment
- Performed preventive maintenance (lubrication, filter changes, belt adjustments)
- Supported journey level mechanics in part replacement and equipment diagnostics
- Followed safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures
- Maintained organized work areas and tools
(Tier 2 - Experienced)
- Minimum of a journey-level rating or equivalent millwright and/or mechanical experience plus at minimum two years of experience working in a continuous process industry in a maintenance role
Multi-Craft Skills Experience
- Lubrication, welding, and basic electrical
- Hydraulics, rigging, shop fabrication, and layout
- Bearing assembly and mounting, precision fitting, alignment
- Troubleshooting and machine shop capabilities
- Print reading and precision assembly
- Multi/cross-craft experience is a plus, (Mechanical/Electrical)
- Knowledge of SAP functions
- Previous leadership experience in maintenance in a manufacturing environment
- Previous work experience working in paper or pulp mill maintenance
- Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic (M&E Tech) $47.30
- Experienced
- Journey Level Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic (M&E Tech) $48.98 - Senior Maintenance Technician $50.65
- Specialist (Area Expert) $53.85
- Lead Technician (Crew Leadership) $55.92
- Expert (Mill Wide Leader) $57.99
Typical Progression:
An experienced journey level millwright/maintenance mechanic generally starts at $48.98/hour and typically advances to $50.65/hour after 3-6 months, based on time, performance, and completion of in-house skills testing
- medical/vision and dental benefits, a company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, floaters upon hire and paid holidays.
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