Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright
The Willamette Valley Company · Centralia, WA · 6 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Precision Maintenance: Diagnosis, repair, and optimization of critical plant assets including hammer mills, bucket elevators, gearboxes, augers, motors, sensors, baghouses, fans, wood grinders, and conveyor systems.
- Heavy Equipment: Act as the technician for our mobile equipment including haul trucks, loaders, and forklifts.
- Fabrication: Rebuilding and fabrication of airlocks, fans, elevator belts, and conveyor chains.
- Asset Management: Rigorous execution of the PM program; identifying wear trends and collaborating with the Maintenance Manager on scheduling, parts procurement, and capital projects.
- Operational Leadership: Serving as a mentor to junior staff, championing strict Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and housekeeping standards.
Candidate Profile
- Experienced: 5+ years in Industrial Maintenance or Millwrighting. (Preferred)
- Reliable: A proven track record of punctuality and professional work history.
- Safety-Minded: A "safety-first" mindset where LOTO and proper PPE are second nature.
- Communicator: The ability to coordinate effectively with management and collaborate with a diverse production team.
- Physical Resilience: Comfortable working in a mill environment, including lifting, heights, and varied weather conditions.
Benefits
- Comprehensive package including Medical, Dental, HSA, 401k, and Life Insurance.
- Time Off: 2 weeks of paid vacation available after just 3 months of service.
Compensation
Depending on experience. OT available.
Schedule
Sunday – Thursday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Transitioning to Mon–Fri as production scales).