Maintenance Mechanic

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Position Title : Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Pay Rate : Category / Shift :

Category / Shift : Hourly Full-Time

Hourly Full-Time

Candidates must be open to 2nd (3pm - 11pm) and 3rd (11pm - 7am) shift, depending on company vacancies. This role is subject to mandatory scheduled overtime.

Physical Location :

2575 Palumbo Dr. Lexington, KY 40509

The Job You Will Perform :

Performing preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components;

and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels

• Performing emergency / break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
• Referencing equipment manuals and other technical literature
• Working with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results
• Accurately using measurement and test equipment
• Performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed
• Safely operating the boiler, and maintaining adequate operating steam pressure (>

160 PSI)

• Maintaining clean and organized work areas, and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks
• Accurately and completely preparing and maintaining maintenance records and other paperwork
• Trouble-shooting and solving problems
• Maintaining teamwork with other associates
• Keeping supervision informed of problems and / or unusual situations
• Performing other duties as assigned by supervision
• Maintain overall plant waste goal by completing SPIs at appropriate intervals and identifying any waste opportunities;
• Understands the importance of producing food-safe packaging products and committing to contributing and maintaining this facility as a food-safe processing environment.

This commitment includes operational methods and personnel practices, maintenance practices, and cleaning practices involved in the everyday production of food contact products.

The Skills You Will Bring :

• 5 year industrial electrical experience and / or a 2 year Industrial Electrical Degree
• The ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation
• The ability to accurately use and read a variety of measuring devices
• Well-rounded electrical, mechanical, and machine shop skills and experience
• The ability to learn; and the ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy :

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and / or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build :

Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make :

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’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP .

The Culture You Will Experience :

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.

The Company You Will Join :

International Paper (NYSE : IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness.

Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe.

Net sales for 2022 were $ billion. Additional information can be found by visiting