Expert Millwright/Industrial Mechanic

We are looking for an expert Millwright with enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and interest in machines to join our team.

As a Millwright, your expertise in mechanical systems and your ability to troubleshoot and address issues will be crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our client's material handling processes. You will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery and equipment at each of our client's stations throughout Oregon. 

On a daily basis, you’ll be working on material handling projects, repairing machines and conveyors. You’ll be moving machines to different locations, and dismantling obsolete or irreparable machines or parts. Ultimately, you’ll make sure that all machines, motors, and conveyors operate properly and that our client's facilities remain safe.

If you are a millwright who is a self-starter and thrives in a hands-on environment, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair machinery and equipment, including conveyors, motors, and bearings
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in mechanical systems and implement effective solutions
• Regularly create, execute, and schedule plans of action for each station to ensure work and repairs are being done efficiently and safely
• Repair broken or defective machine parts, using welding and other tools
• Make welding repairs and fabricate new pieces/equipment
• Ensure that conveyors are tracking properly, re-lace or replace belts
• Transfer material handling parts to different locations, to install, repair, or recycle them
• Perform regular inventory of each station's available parts
• Conduct regular inspections of each station's equipment to identify potential issues and prevent breakdowns
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts and replacing worn components
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in mechanical systems and implement effective solutions
• Regularly create, execute, and schedule plans of action for each station to ensure work and repairs are being done efficiently and safely
• Keep accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and needed repairs

Requirements and Skills

• Proven experience as a Millwright or similar role
• Minimum 5 years experience
• Valid driver's license
• Hands-on experience with construction equipment and machinery
• Availability to travel regularly to different sites throughout Oregon (in company vehicle, return same day)
• Eye for detail
• Good organizational skills
• Team player
• Millwright certification preferred, but not required