Millwright jobs in Texarkana, AR

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