Millwright IV/V - Kalispell Lumber

About the Role

Weyerhaeuser is seeking individuals who are committed to safety, have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a desire to work in a manufacturing facility. Weyerhaeuser's Montana Wood Products is currently looking for a Millwright IV/V to join our Kalispell Complex. This position may be filled at either the Millwright IV or Millwright V level, depending on the successful candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience. Our Kalispell Complex supports both a plywood and a sawmill facility. The successful candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and the processes and techniques required to safely repair, modify, install, and maintain facility systems and highly automated manufacturing equipment.

A $1,500 hiring bonus is currently being offered (additional details provided at time of interview/offer).

Key Functions

• Support manufacturing by maximizing plant uptime and provide support for facility systems in a safe manner, while contributing to corporate, plant, and departmental goals.
• Work with a team of millwrights and electricians to deliver and routine maintenance on plant equipment, troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical problems, and work on capital projects including upgrading and installation of equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints; construct and fabricate mill equipment including but not limited to welding and burning.
• Deliver maintenance on plant equipment.
• Assist with or perform complex repairs.
• Gain working knowledge of Weyerhaeuser's fire protection system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Formalized/technical training is preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Millwright required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in the Wood Products industry preferred.

Skills

• Qualified and proficient in cutting and welding. Certified welder preferred but not required.
• Knowledge/proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge and troubleshooting of pneumatic, hydraulic, piping, and material transfer systems.
• Experience working with equipment such as chains, belts, sprockets, and hand tools. Must own complete set of hand tools up to an inch and a quarter.
• Knowledge and experience in basic computer skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, web-based applications including the internet, and preventative maintenance application.
• Knowledge and ability to use Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Show proficiency in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) standards.
• Ability to work closely with supervisors and other departments; be a team player/leader; good communication skills, and demonstrate positive attitude.
• Self-starter with the ability and willingness to complete programs, such as TPC classes.
• Willingness to work any shift, work overtime and weekends.
• Maintain a clean workstation, and exhibit good performance, safety and attendance records.

Physical Requirements

• The job of Millwright is a Very Heavy-Duty job. Very Heavy Duty involves exertion of more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or more than 50 pounds frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds continuously to move objects.
• Essential duties include but are not limited to stooping, climbing and crawling in and over machines for repair purposes and the ability to lift 50 to 100 pounds.
• Must be comfortable working above the ground at times, and outside as necessary.
• Candidates must have the ability to interpret and apply verbal and/or written instructions.
• A sense of urgency in terms of maximizing production and minimizing down time is necessary in this type of manufacturing environment.
• Tasks performed involve work with equipment and materials that require familiarity with formal safety procedures and the following of these procedures in order to maintain the safety of the work environment.

Pay

Wage: $30.20 - $37.43 DOE