Millwright

Hunt Forest Products

Millwright

Taylor, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    POSITION SUMMARY

    The Millwright will work as part of the maintenance team providing quality operational repairs and preventative maintenance services. As a member of this high-performance team, you will be responsible for the maintenance of all mill machinery within the mill environment, along with other mechanical duties.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Installation, rebuilding, maintenance, and preventative maintenance of all production equipment

    • Maintain and repair pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers & chains, bearings, and hydraulics involved in the manufacturing process

    • Troubleshoot, analyze, diagnose, lubricate, and perform routine preventative maintenance work on all machinery within the mill environment

    • Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to assemble equipment and follow work procedures & processes

    • Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up, and repair of equipment and machinery

    • Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions

    • Follow preventative maintenance procedures in the inspection, repair and/or replacement of items

    • Perform corrective maintenance per the current maintenance program

    • Comply with parts and materials acquisition procedures

    • Assist mechanics and electricians when necessary

    • Participate in shop clean up duties

    • Perform all additional duties assigned by supervisor Safety

    • Operate in a safe manner in accordance to work safe rules, regulations, and policies

    • Recognize and eliminate all safety hazard Operational

    • Acquire a working knowledge of all monitoring and diagnostic equipment

    • Utilize knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings

    • Support and explore innovative ideas that further the organization's strategic plan

    Education and/or Experience

    • Have a high school diploma or GED

    • Journeyman Millwright Certification

    • Hydraulic systems troubleshooting experience

    • Experience with CMMS systems and JDE an asset

    • Knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes and equipment

    Skills

    • Ability to read blueprints, plans and schematics

    • Strong problem solving and analytical skills

    • Commitment to working safely coupled with strong communication & interpersonal skills

    • Ability to work independently with little supervision.

    • Organizational and planning skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook considered an asset

    • Be mechanically inclined.

    • Complete or be engaged in the basic welding course.

    • Complete or be engaged in the basic hydraulic course