Mechanical Maintenance Associate

Maintenance Mechanical Associate

Hourly Rate: $30.72 (Days)

Hourly Rate: $31.93 (Rotating Shift)

Hourly Full-Time (Days or Rotating Shift Schedule)

Mansfield Mill
1202 Hwy 509
Mansfield, LA 71052

This position will assist journeyman-level mechanics in routine maintenance work as well performing many duties independently. Duties for journeyman-level mechanics include, but are not restricted to, replacing valves & gaskets, basic welding, repacking pumps & valves, forklift operations, heavy equipment troubleshooting and repair, screwed pipe & tubing installations, pump repair & replacement, repair of rotating assemblies, roll repair and replacements, motor replacements, and repair of mechanical drive systems.

• Must be 18 years or older
• Eligible for employment in the US
• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills
• Able to function in a team environment.

AND one of the following

• One (1) year experience in any of the following Maintenance Skill Areas: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, LUBRICATION, WELDING, OR PIPE FITTING.

OR

• One (1) year vocational/technical education in the Mechanical Discipline: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, WELDING, OR PIPE FITTING.

• Associate degree in any of the IP Core Maintenance skills or related disciplines. (Millwright, Machinist, Welding, OR Pipe fitting)
• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong math/physics understanding.
• Millwright/Machinist backgrounds on the mechanical side.

All qualified applicants will first be required to pass a pre-employment test and an initial interview. Invitation for assessment test will be sent via e-mail. Applicants must monitor e-mail for test invitations.

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you will see why our team members say they are Proud to be IP.

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time.

Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting

International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

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