At a Glance
- Tasks: Troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment while learning from experienced professionals.
- Company: Join Smurfit Westrock, a leader in the manufacturing industry with a focus on teamwork.
- Benefits: Earn $28-$30/hour, gain hands-on experience, and enjoy opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to accessibility and equal opportunity.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career as a Millwright Apprentice and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: High school diploma and enrolled in a millwright apprentice program.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 $ per hour.
The Smurfit Westrock Ajax facility is looking for an Industrial Millwright Apprentice to work as part of the maintenance team.
All successful applicants must be able to provide a satisfactory criminal background check and pre-employment medical.
Job Duties
- Troubleshoot problems on plant equipment and facilitate and determine maintenance requirements.
Ability to go to root cause of problems.
Perform proper follow-up on repairs to implement long-term solutions.
- Assist with machinery breakdowns on plant equipment, facility, and building.
Ability to determine the need for temporary solutions or permanent solutions based on time constraints given by production.
- Maintain preventative maintenance programs and ensures regular checks and lubrication on all equipment.
- Assist Maintenance Department with maintaining operation of the boiler systems, heating, steam, and energy supply.
- Assist in minor electrical repairs and reset safely.
- Assists with the installation of plant equipment and occasionally assists in equipment design.
- Know what fits are required for various services, including antifriction bearings and be able to make such fits.
- Be able to handle heavy equipment safely and have knowledge of foundation work.
- Assists in the development of the plant occupational health and safety program.
What you need to work at Smurfit Westrock
- High school diploma
- Enrolled in a millwright apprentice program- completed Industrial Millwright/Mechanical course and pursuing Certification of Industrial Millwright 433A license
- Experience in a manufacturing environment considered an asset
- Technical knowledge
- Physically fit
- Able to work 12 hours continental shifts
- Able to work overtime as required.
This posting is for an existing job vacancy.
The hourly rate for this position is $28 -$30/hour.
To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.
You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by October 30, 2026.
Smurfit Westrock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.
As part of our commitment to accessibility for all people with disabilities, Smurfit Westrock will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities.
Please contact Smurfit Westrock, Human Resources about your needs and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Millwright Apprentice employer: Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrock, situé à La Tuque, est un employeur de choix qui valorise la diversité et l'inclusion au sein de son équipe de 400 employés. Avec un fort accent sur le développement professionnel, l'entreprise offre des opportunités de croissance dans un environnement collaboratif où chaque voix compte. En tant que leader mondial dans le secteur de l'emballage, Smurfit Westrock se distingue par sa culture d'innovation et son engagement envers la durabilité, faisant de cette usine un lieu de travail significatif et gratifiant.
