The successful candidate will be responsible for the upkeep, repair, and operation, of all machinery, building and grounds at Hunt Forest Products, LLC., Olla, Louisiana.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBIL ITIES

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
• 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
• Assist mechanics and electricians when necessary
• Participate in shop clean up duties
• Perform all additional duties assigned by supervisor
• Utilize knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings

Safety

• Operate in a safe manner in accordance to work safe rules, regulations, and policies
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Commitment to working safely coupled with strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Be mechanically inclined.
• Complete or be engaged in welding.

Skills

• Commitment to working safely with strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Must be familiar with lockout procedures of machinery
• Strong understanding of production flow and product quality
• Strong technical knowledge related to planer operation, including set-up and maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and lead others

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent minimum; higher education and/or certifications preferred.
• Mechanically inclined a benefit
• Must possess a basic knowledge of welding and hydraulics
• Previous experience with equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment (5+ years).

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position is associated with pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, reaching, stretching, and working in tight positions.
• The employee is frequently required to lift 10 to 50 pounds and occasionally required to lift over 50 pounds.
• The employee is frequently required to carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally required to carry over 50 pounds.
• Inside Conditions: Extremes of heat (100+ seasonal), humidity, working in tight areas, and noise (from production machinery).
• This position warrants continuous walking, twisting, bending, stooping, and lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in an environment that is dusty, dirty, oily, noisy, hot, and humid.

Hunt Forest Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), disability, religion, national origin, or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.