General Information
Job ID
ATR50144
Posting Job Title
Certified Vibration Analyst
Locations
WA Longview Mill
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
01-Apr-2025
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
The Opportunity:
Smurfit Westrock’s pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill a Vibration Analyst Certified Level II or III position. The right candidate has a proven record of performance, and in previous jobs, has demonstrated the drive to achieve and move up. Ideal candidates initiate their own learning, get along well with others, and are helpful to co-workers. Candidates must handle the physical job requirements (heat, noise, shift work, work indoors or outdoors) and have the mechanical, numerical, and verbal aptitude to learn our jobs quickly.
How you will impact WestRock:
- Troubleshoot machinery problems using various PdM Technologies: Ultra Sonic, Infrared Thermography, and Oil Analysis.
- Perform precision rotating shaft alignments; filed dynamic balancing of rotors and basic machine troubleshooting.
- Collect and analyze machine test data from one or more of the PdM Technologies listed above, preparation of detailed machinery condition assessment reports and communicate with internal customers.
- Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisors and Reliability Engineers, assist with machinery decisions related to equipment’s fitness for service, shop repair procedures and preventative maintenance procedures.
- Design and prepare machinery test databases and refine the settings and diagnostic criteria based on test results and analysis.
- Perform and/or assist in the performance of online vibration monitoring system specification, installation, commissioning, and subsequent system monitoring and maintenance.
- Document Work via electronic device (i.e.PDA, Cell Phone, Tablet) using Route Based Software packages.
- Attend training and seminars as necessary to maintain Vibration Analyst Level II certification. May require travel.
- Other duties as assigned
What you need to succeed:
- Must be a certified category II or III Vibration Analyst.
- Must be a Journeyman Millwright and/or have at least 3 years hands-on mechanical/electrical maintenance repair/rebuild experience with industrial equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, etc.).
- Working knowledge and understanding of moving and rotating equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, etc. from an operations and maintenance perspective, mechanically and electrically.
- Previous RCM/PdM experience to include one or more of the following: Experience and proficiency with AMS Suite Machinery Health Manager Software, CSI 2140 Vibration data collectors, CSI 4500/6500 online monitoring systems.
- Experience/Certified in Ultrasonic Non-Destructive Testing
- Experience/Certified in Tribology
- Experience/Certified in Thermography
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
- Ability to read, comprehend and apply information from technical manuals and other reference materials.
- Effective written, verbal and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately perform repetitive tasks.
- Possess the appropriate body coordination with or without reasonable accommodation to do the following for extended periods of time: climb ladders, bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, pulling/pushing, standing, walking, and squatting.
- Ability to work in confined spaces and tight corridors as well as work closely around moving, rotating, electrically energized and elevated equipment.
The selection process Compensation Offered
- Starting wage of $46.39/hour.
Benefits Offered
Smurfit Westrock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and Smurfit Westrock (e.g., health, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending account, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, matching 401K).
What we offer:
- Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
- Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
- An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
- A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.