The Smurfit Westrock Ajax packaging facility, where this position is based, is one of the largest employers in Ajax and Durham Region. We provide innovative packaging solutions to the beverage market and serve name brand customers such as Coca Cola, Pepsi, Anheuser Bush, Labatts and Molson to name a few.
Career Opportunity:
The Ajax facility is currently recruiting for an Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team.
We offer a competitive wage and benefit package, including pension, and the ability to grow, develop and advance, as part of the Smurfit Westrock team. Numerous opportunities are available to participate on projects, safety and performance excellence teams.
Must be able to work all 12 hour rotating shifts:
- Days: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Nights: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Shifts rotate every two weeks and include working weekends
Job Duties:
-
Successful completion of a certificate of Qualification / Apprenticeship for Industrial / Construction Electrician or other related equivalent
-
Minimum 3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment
-
Full understanding of CSA and ESA standards and compliance
-
Assess problems and make changes to existing electrical systems in order to improve performance
-
Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions in a fast paced, high pressure environment
-
Repair or replace defective machinery parts
-
Experience with general building and systems upkeep
-
Siemens PLC / Drive familiarity and servo systems
-
Good communication skills, both verbally and written
-
Read and understand blue prints, specifications, and manufacturers manuals
-
PC knowledge and proficiency with various PLC applications, Microsoft, Cad, CMMS
-
Robot (ABB) familiarity an asset
-
Must be able to work independently and be self-directed in a demanding, fast-paced production environment, adjusting to changing priorities & roles as required
-
Ability balancing a variable workload
-
Flexibility to work weekends to meet business needs.
-
Daily use of electrical and mechanical skills to support 24hr / day production equipment
-
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
-
Must be able to maintain exceptional attendance.
What you need to work at Smurfit Westrock:
-
High school diploma
-
Industrial Journeyman Electrician License 442A
-
Analytical and troubleshooting skills - PLC’s / relevant software knowledge
-
AC/DC drives, servo’s
-
Positive, can-do attitude/Initiative
-
Physically fit
-
Able to work 12 hour continental shifts
Why work with Smurfit Westrock:
- Comprehensive benefit and pension plan
-
An Employer that cares about health and safety
-
Smurfit Westrock training opportunities
-
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
-
A management team committed to Smurfit Westrock's values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Excellence
This posting is for an existing job vacancy. The hourly rate for this position is between $43.00 - $46.00/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 August 31, 2026.
As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, Smurfit Westrock will, upon request from the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources about your needs and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.
