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Machinist / Millwright - Hopewell

AdvanSix · Dinwiddie, VA · Yesterday
Management$44.44/hrFull-time

About the role

AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for customers in building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, electronics, and more. Our vertically integrated U.S.-based manufacturing facilities supply quality products guided by core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability, and Respect.

Responsibilities

  • Overhauling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing chemical plant production equipment, including turbines, fans, blowers, pumps, gearboxes, and conveyors
  • Using dial indicators and laser alignment tools
  • Calculating dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and precision instruments
  • Machining parts to specifications using lathes, milling machines, shapers, grinders, and other machine tools
  • Measuring, examining, and testing completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers
  • Setting up, adjusting, and operating basic and advanced machine tools to perform precision machining operations
  • Reviewing sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods, sequences, dimensions, and tolerances for fabrication
  • Selecting appropriate tools, machines, and materials for machinery work
  • Laying out, measuring, and marking metal stock to display placement of cuts
  • Maintaining and performing preventive maintenance on machine tools in the shop
  • Working rotating shifts in a 24/7, 365-day continuous operation when required

Basic Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Licensed Journeyman-level Millwright / Machinist or successful completion of a state-certified apprenticeship program or equivalent
  • 5 years of experience in industrial machine maintenance and repairs

Additional Qualifications

  • Responsible for supplying own tools starting on the first day
  • Knowledge of mechanical fits and tolerances
  • Knowledge of tools and methods necessary to troubleshoot and maintain industrial production equipment
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in working with high-speed machinery
  • Knowledge of the principles of mechanics
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations and ability to comply with OSHA procedures
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints, control system drawings, and repair manuals
  • Ability to perform basic math computations
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $44.44.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, dental, vision, and wellness programs
  • Paid vacation
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Health savings programs
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development

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