What are the responsibilities and job description for the Millwright - Jasper position at ELK MOUNTAIN LUMBER?
Job Details
Job Location: Jasper, TX
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Description
Job Summary
The Millwright will undertake the responsibility to preserve the good condition and functionality of premises. A Millwright is a thorough professional with a practical mind and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously and responsibly by observing all health and safety guidelines. The goal is to maintain the operations of the mill and keep the plant in the best possible condition.
The Millwright reports to the Plant Manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
Duties/Responsibilities
- Ensures proper operation of large industrial equipment such as planers, Lumber stackers, including motors, controls, electrical, sensors, photo eyes, limit switches, hydraulic components, assembly line machinery, and machinist tools, etc.
- Utilizing diagrams, schematics, sketches, operations manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications in order to maintain and properly fix machinery issues.
- Lubricating equipment as needed, as well as identifying and communicating opportunities to improve the lube program through improved techniques, technology, and knowledge sharing
- Adhering to all safety, health, and plant rules, policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Thorough and broad understanding of a variety of equipment.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Thorough understanding of safety practices, guidelines, rules and laws.
Preferred Skills
- High school diploma, vocational school or Associate’s degree in related field highly preferred.
- Welding and mechanical capabilities
- Able to layout and fabricate
- Able to operate a forklift
- Familiar with lockout tagout
- Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices
- Computer capabilities to help with the PLC’s that run the electronics
Education and Experience
- At least one year of experience preferred
Physical Requirements
- Working in hot and cold temperatures, the facility is not climate controlled
- Walking on smooth and uneven surfaces
- Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
- Bending and lifting materials from ground level, not to exceed 50 lbs. without assistance from co-workers
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