Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Maintenance A+ role at International Paper

Pay rate: $33.35 per hour | 2-2-3 schedule | 6:00 pm – 6:00 am | Physical location:
Newton Container, 1525 Mt Olive Church Rd, Newton, NC 28658 | Contact:

We are looking for self‑motivated individuals who are capable of performing a multitude of functions in a flexible, fast‑paced production environment. Our workplace requires individuals who understand the needs of the business while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, quality, and productivity.

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts. Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricates and cleans parts.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, band saw, milling machine, welder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Movement/positioning/replacement of heavy weight equipment with the aid of mechanical means such as forklifts, pry bars, and chain falls.
• Position requires pushing toolbox to work areas.
• Requires carrying, lifting, and transporting of parts to and from work location and maintenance shop by hand or mechanical means.
• Job requires the following personal protective equipment: cut resistant gloves and sleeves, heat resistant gloves and sleeves, safety glasses, goggles, face shield, bump cap, ear plugs, and steel toed shoes.
• Position requires the use of hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, punches, screw drivers, pliers, and pipe wrenches on a continuous basis to perform normal duties. Tools used can range from a small 4” screw driver to a 36” pipe wrench.
• Performs plant startup tasks, energizing all equipment and ensuring operation.
• Oils and greases machine.
• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as conveyors and programmable controllers.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wire and cables.
• Replaces faulty electrical components on machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors.
• Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Cleans work area, tools, and equipment.
• Utilizes computer for work order entry and completion status.
• Initiates purchase order for parts for machines.
• Will be engaged in preventative maintenance processes in assigned areas.

• Ensuring Quality and Safety
• Knowledge in Mechanical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic Machinery
• On‑the‑job success in safety, attendance and quality of work expected.
• Maintenance experience in corrugated A+; strong knowledge of lubrication, hydraulics, welding, pneumatics, electrical and electronics technologies.
• Excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem solving skills.
• Willingness to fully cross‑train in other technical areas to enhance capabilities.
• Able to work with computer system for maintenance processes, stores and work orders.
• Provide own tools initially (tools worn out on the job will be replaced).
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Willing and able to work third shift, call‑ins, holidays, and overtime as there is a constant demand for overtime in our maintenance department.

• Paid time off including vacation and holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401(k) matching program
• Medical & dental
• Education & development (including tuition reimbursement)
• Life & disability insurance

• Leadership…