3rd Shift Millwright (Manufacturing Maintenance Technician) - Laurinburg, NC

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Job Requisition: 0493

Job Posting: 3rd Shift Millwright (Manufacturing Maintenance Technician)

Date Posted: 01/21/2025

Location: Laurinburg, NC

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450 employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician role in our Laurinburg, NC facility.

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician will conduct machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance service.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

I. MAINTENANCE

· Perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment and provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production

· Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs

· Performs mechanical work including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production machines

· Responsible for PM’s of all plant equipment

· Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

· May work in other duties as assigned

II. SAFETY AND ADMINISTRATION

· Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules

· Responsible for safety, cleanliness, and organization of maintenance department

· Communicate with supervisor and other maintenance personnel

· Coordinate and administer company policies as they relate to the maintenance department

· Conduct test and report items regarding insurance qualifications to meet safety regulations and standards

· Attend and participate in monthly safety meetings

· Establish personal goals and work with fellow employees toward continuous improvement and teamwork

III. QUALITY

· Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers

· Assists in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· In this position, the employee can expect to be exposed to extremes in temperatures as well as work environment

· The incumbent may be expected to lift, push, pull, and carry weights in excess of 60lbs

· Position requires the ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, and squat for extended periods.

· In a typical 8-hour shift, the employee can expect to spend about 50% of their time standing and walking to different areas in the plant, approximately 20% kneeling and the remainder of the time in various other positions, such as crouching and sitting

· The employee must have the ability to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolds, as well as being comfortable working in confined spaces at various heights including the tallest structures in the facility, approximately 150’ high.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Highschool Diploma

· Technical training

· Welding experience

· Exposure to high-speed equipment

· 5 years of related experience in packing/production lines

REQUIREMENTS

Due to the safety sensitivity in a wood-processing manufacturing environment, AWF is a 100% smoke, vaping and flame-free company

COMPENSATION

Startign at $25.00 per hour

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE

· 8-hour shift

· Night Shift

· Sunday to Thursday

· On-call

· Weekend availability

WORK SETTING

• In-person
• Outdoor work
• Warehouse

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Laurinburg, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

For consideration…

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). If interested please apply at: https://awf.jotform.com/232075762423050. For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com. AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500

Columbia, MD 21046

800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700

Fax 410-290-6660

Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC

Visit us at: www.awf.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Mechanical knowledge: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Laurinburg, NC 28352: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100