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J3-Mechanic

Description:

Position Title:

Maintenance Journeyman Level 3 (J3)

**Pay Rate** :

$44.03/hr.

**Physical Location** :

New Bern Mill

1785 Weyerhaeuser Road

Vanceboro, NC 28586

(252) 633-7244

**Category/Shift** :

Hourly Full-Time

Job Requirements

At least 18 years of age

Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience

Eligible for employment in the US

At least three ( **3** ) years of work experience in any two of the following mechanical disciplines: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, WELDING, or PIPEFITTING

**Must** be willing to meet the following requirements:

Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)

Undergo technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands-on assessment of skills

Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment

Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment

Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment

Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule

Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification

Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis

Wear required safety equipment

It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s):

Associates degree or certification(s) in any of the following mechanical disciplines: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, WELDING, or PIPEFITTING

At least five (5) years of work experience in any two of the following mechanical disciplines: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, WELDING, or PIPEFITTING

Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

The Job You Will Perform:

This position will work alongside journeymen-level mechanical maintenance technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion

Duties include, but are not limited to:

_Non-applicable skills/experience can be removed but_ **_adding skills/experience is not permitted_** **_._**

Millwright

• Install machine and equipment according to lay-out plan, blueprints and other drawings

• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, dial indicators and laser alignment equipment

• Install machinery, new and existing equipment

• Repair and lubricate machine and equipment

• Refurbish/maintain valves, pumps, gear boxes, bearings, agitators, conveyors, turbines, paper machines, lime kiln

• Measure for bearing clearance and shaft diameters

• Troubleshoot equipment reliability issues

• Fabricate structural materials as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Machinist:

Fit and assemble part to fabricate or repair to maintain industrial machines

Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction

Understanding blueprints and field drawings and machine parts

Utilize machine measuring equipment

Repair, reproduce or rebuild various parts

Understand different materials and their machining properties

Fabricate machine parts

Perform aligning of machines and field machining

Operate cranes, tow motors and forklifts

Troubleshoot equipment reliability issues

• Other duties as assigned

Welding:

Read and interpret welding blueprints, selecting the appropriate welding processes and materials, operating welding equipment safely

Perform various welding techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick Welding), ensuring proper joint preparation, and maintain weld quality and integrity

Perform field measurements and installations as needed

Assemble and install pipes, and valves according to lay-out plan, blueprints and other drawings

Operate overhead cranes, tow motors and forklifts

Fabricate structural materials and pipes as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Pipefitter:

Read and interpret blueprints and drawings

Perform welding or brazing as needed

Perform field measurements and installations as needed

Assemble and install pipes, and valves according to lay-out plan, blueprints and other drawings

Fabricate structural materials and pipes as needed

Conduct pressure testing to ensure integrity

Understand specifications and regulations related to plumbing and piping system

• Other duties as assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues

Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team

Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable

Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper’s GCF business offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, and Paid Time Off.

The Career You Will Build:

Our training and certification program will provide many opportunities to develop new skills for advancement.

Future opportunities may include:

Becoming a skilled trainer for future new employees

Becoming a safety advocate and leader

Leadership Development training to allow for potential growth into supervisory roles

The Impact You Will Make:

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 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re **Proud to be IP** .

The Culture You Will Experience:

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. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion.

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. Following International Paper’s strategic review, GCF is transitioning to become a standalone company supported by American Industrial Partners, positioning us to deliver enhanced value to customers and continue shaping a healthier, more sustainable future. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

_International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._

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Location:

Vanceboro, NC, US, 28586

Category: Hourly Job

Date: Sep 2, 2025

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