Millwright

Manufacturing Waynesboro, Mississippi


Description

Position at Hood Lumber

Do you want to be recognized as a high performer? Do you want to work for a company that prefers to promote   its own people? Do you want to work for a stable employer? If so, then a position at Hood Industries is for you.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

We are looking for a skilled Millwright who has experience with industrial or sawmill equipment maintenance. We operate a safe facility and consider safety our top priority, so we are looking for a professional whose values reflect our own. If you have experience working on machinery, we’d love to hear from you.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·   Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic/pneumatic systems, gears, reducers, bearings, sprockets, chains, belts, and valves.

·      Cut, weld, and fabricate components as needed.

·      Assist electricians and other maintenance personnel in performing other tasks as needed.

·      Assist equipment operators as necessary and may provide operator relief for operation of process equipment.

·      Assist with clean-up mill wide.

·      Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and detailed repair drawings related to sawmill equipment and machinery.

·      Dismantle equipment when required for repair and reassemble it at the appropriate time. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

·      Must have a minimum of 3 years work experience as a Millwright.

·      Maintenance experience in a Sawmill, Manufacturing, or other Industrial environment.

·      Knowledge of sawmill equipment and machinery

·      Efficient time-management skills

·      Dedicated to safe work practices.

·      Knowledge of mechanical equipment and processes.

·      Strong problem-solving skills.

·      Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

·         Must be able to pass mechanical knowledge test & hands on assessment.

·         Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.

BENEFITS:

·      Employee benefits including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, life, flexible spending account, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment.

·      Competitive Wages and 401(k) with company match 

·      One week of vacation after only six (6) months of employment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer