Position Title:

J3 General Mechanic Maintenance Technician (CCF)

Columbus, MS

Pay Rate:

$49.19/hour

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time / Our maintenance technicians generally work a four day 10-hour schedule...Monday through Thursday 7:00am to 5:30pm with every fourth Friday scheduled as an 8-hour day (7:00am-3:30pm).

About The Role:

This position supports International Paper's Columbus Cellulose Fibers (CCF) facility, located in Columbus, Mississippi. CCF is a vital part of IP's Global Cellulose Fibers Business. This is a J3 level General Mechanic Maintenance Technician position in an advanced team-based work system. Successful candidates should have the desire and ability to complete scheduled and routine maintenance tasks in a continuous-process industry.

Position Responsibilities:

We're looking for strong multi-skilled candidates with in-depth maintenance knowledge and practical application experience in areas such as:

• Application, installation, and replacement of tapered and straight bore bearings
• Rigging and setting of heavy equipment and machinery
• Precision alignment of equipment and machinery
• Installation and repair of centrifugal process pumps
• Installation and maintenance of mechanical seals
• Installation and repair of mechanical drives, speed reducers, clutches, etc.
• Installation and repair of belt, drag, screw, and other mechanical conveyor systems
• Installation and repair of hydraulic systems and components
• Setting and alignment of large electrical motors
• Installation, repair, and alignment of rotary and centrifugal compressors
• Installation, repair, and alignment of boiler feedwater pumps
• Installation, repair, and alignment of steam turbines and drives
• Installation and repair of agitators and mixers
• Maintenance of high and low pressure steam systems
• Installation and repair of shafts, bearing fits, etc. (light to moderate machining)
• Boring couplings, cutting keyways, etc.
• Heating and cutting with oxy-acetyl torch, including cutting bearings from shafts
• Maintenance repair welding using arc, MIG, and/or TIG processes
• Installation and repair of process piping systems, valves, supports, etc.
• Troubleshooting skills including use of drawings, diagrams, and manuals
• Preventive and predictive maintenance on critical equipment

About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Personally exhibit safety as a core value and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety
• Represent both company policy and direction
• Develop knowledge of department and mill operations processes, equipment and systems
• Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Utilize the International Paper Change Process to drive change
• Work effectively alone or within a team
• Utilize strong organization skills to handle multiple tasks effectively
• Analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams
• Make timely and effective decisions

Required:

• Must be at least age 18
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Formal technical/trade school training (or equivalent experience) in mechanical maintenance
• Five or more years verifiable industrial experience as a J3 General Mechanical Maintenance Technician
• Previous multi-skilled maintenance experience
• Must possess high standards in the areas of safety, quality, ethics, craftsmanship, customer focus, and leadership skills.
• Skilled in maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical related equipment and process problems
• Able to work around hazardous chemicals with appropriate personal protective equipment and training.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and shifts as business needs require.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic Math and Computer Skills.
• Measurable Mechanical Aptitude.
• Motivated to develop career skills.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check.
• Able to lift/handle 50 pounds occasionally and 2 - 20 pounds regularly
• Able to climb steps and ladders, enter small vessels, work from heights, turn large valves, stand or walk for 2 - 3 hours at a time for 10 - 12 hours, work in extreme temperatures (hot/cold) in a noisy environment while wearing all required personal protective equipment.

Preferred:

• Two year Associate Degree in any of the IP Core Maintenance skills or related mechanical disciplines. Advanced education preferred
• Prefer industrial experience as a multi-craft technician including welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, pipefitting, and rigging

• Prefer experience in the pulp and paper industry
• Demonstrated leadership skills a plus
• Demonstrated success in an advanced work system
• Demonstrated computer functionality
• Competency with Microsoft Office Software

About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF):

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.

We've Got You Covered:

At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:

• Medical, Dental, Life insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-term and Long-term Disability

• 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions

• Paid Time Off

Physical Location of Position:

Columbus Cellulose Fibers

4335 Carson Road

Columbus, MS 39701