Millwright/Industrial Mechanic

We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience.If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS


Perform troubleshooting, basic welding, electrical repairs, lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other machinery maintenance.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
• Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
• Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment, according to specified procedures.
• Participate in action planning process
• Track/record time and all repair parts using work orders & maintenance management system
• Determine if a part is repairable and pass it on to maintenance analyst to get repaired
• Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
• Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
• Follows basic blueprints, specifications or verbal instructions and plans the intended location of wiring and equipment.
• Measure, cut, assemble and install electrical wiring, stripping, splicing and soldering as necessary.
• Attaches cables and wiring to the incoming electrical service and to various fixtures and machines that use electricity.
• Perform basic adjustments and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components
• Set up, operate, and tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies.
• All other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Clean workstation and surrounding areas making sure it is clean and free of debris.


SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Prefer high school diploma/GED
• 2 Years maintenance experience
• Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
• Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to complete production tallies, downtime tallies and daily reports as required
• Possess excellent reasoning and mathematical skills
• Possess knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels within the organization


SAFETY
• Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
• Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc...as required
• Do not enter restricted areas
• Report immediately to supervisor any equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
• Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
• Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
• Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
• Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers
• Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back
• Never approach a saw while it is still running
• Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company


C OMPANY BENEFITS

We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:

• Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Employee Referral Program
• Rewards Program

Additionally, we offer:

• Safety Incentives
• Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
• Conditional Relocation Assistance
• Conditional Tuition Assistance
• On-the-Job Training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours
• Boot Purchase Program