What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at International Paper?
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.
- Perform preventative maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring run out, calibrating dials, aligning components, and observing operations, vibrations, and noise level
- Complete emergency/break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
- Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations
- Accurately use measurement and test equipment
- Maintain clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks
- Accurately and completely prepare and maintain maintenance records and other paperwork
- Work independently as well as part of a team
- Follow all safety rules and practices
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervision
The Skills You Will Bring:
- MN Special Engineer Boiler License not required put a PLUS.
- Strong mechanical skills and aptitude
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Skilled in pneumatics, electrical, PLC, and hydraulics
- Ability to accurately use and read a variety of measuring devices
- Well-rounded electrical, mechanical and machine shop skills and experience
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of maintenance experience with at least one year with the same employer
- Highly-qualified candidates would possess a technical degree or apprenticeship certification and maintenance experience in the corrugated industry or similar manufacturing environment
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
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 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.
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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com
International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.
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