Millwright (Alternating Dupont Schedule)
KIK Consumer Products · Westlake, LA · 2 days ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
KIK Consumer Products is a North American leader in consumer product manufacturing. This position is available within our plant operations.
Responsibilities
- Dismantle, troubleshoot, diagnose, and overhaul pumps, screw conveyors, compactors, and rotor feeders.
- Install mechanical seals.
- Perform equipment alignment using dial indicators and laser alignment.
- Observe the functioning of installed equipment or systems and determine replacement needs.
- Order new materials required and plan working procedures to complete replacements.
- Acknowledge correct sizes on pumps, suction or discharge.
- Distinguish between centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.
- Understand the rotation of rotor feeders.
- Set timing on shaking conveyors.
- Inform supervisor of potentially dangerous mechanical equipment or recurring equipment malfunctions, and take corrective action.
- Install and/or change machines and mechanical equipment in a facility.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or three-year training program.
- Pass physical and drug tests.
- 1-2 years of proven experience as a Journeyman Millwright.
- Ability to perform shift work, including overtime, hold-overs, and call-outs.
- Wear respiratory protective equipment and protective eyewear.
- Successfully complete required training programs, including offsite training.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
- Good knowledge of preventative maintenance programs.
- Flexible to work shift work (days, afternoons, nights).
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes.
- Complete required equipment certifications, including forklifts, cranes, carry decks, etc.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or three-year training program.
- Pass physical and drug tests.
- 1-2 years of proven experience as a Journeyman Millwright.
- Ability to perform shift work, including overtime, hold-overs, and call-outs.
- Wear respiratory protective equipment and protective eyewear.
- Successfully complete required training programs, including offsite training.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
- Good knowledge of preventative maintenance programs.
- Flexible to work shift work (days, afternoons, nights).
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes.
- Complete required equipment certifications, including forklifts, cranes, carry decks, etc.
Skills
- Knowledge of rotation of rotor feeders.
- Knowledge on how to set timing on shaking conveyors.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings options with employer match.
- Continuing education opportunities.
Pay
Competitive salary offered.
Schedule
Shift work (days, afternoons, nights) with some overtime, hold-overs, and call-outs as needed.