Millwright Mechanic

Position Summary:
The Millwright repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, machinery and mechanical plant equipment such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment, using hand tools, power tools. Precision measuring and testing instruments and adjustment of equipment as required as well as maintenance rounds and inspections.

Responsibilities:

Repair of pumps, motors, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems
Troubleshoot and monitors equipment function
Interacts with equipment operators to determine needs
Performs preventative maintenance and plant inspections
Metal fabrication
Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
Diagnoses standard mechanical equipment problems
Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
Repairs or replaces defective parts
Utilizes welding and fabrication tools to alter, repair, and fabricate processing equipment
Performs the preventative maintenance program established by the company
Documents and reports all maintenance work performed and advises of future requirements in a timely manner
Tests and adjusts equipment to meet performance specifications
Maintains a clean and safe working environment
Assists in shop operations in a responsive, efficient and safe manner
Safe and responsible operation of company equipment at all times
Abides to OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety Act) workplace health and safety standards
Willingness and availability to participate in on-call rotation
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Millwright license
3+ years in a similar role
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Time and stress management
Attention to detail
Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision

Systems process knowledge

Experience in hydraulics, electrical, pumps, valves, piping, threading and pneumatic systems
Excellent trouble-shooting skills
Basic mechanical knowledge in wood industry preferred
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
Ability to work in all environments
Ability to lift and carry equipment over 50lbs.

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