Millwright

Millwright Position at Hunt Forest ProductsHunt Forest Products in Pollock, LA is seeking to fill an experienced millwright to fill either a bullgang or rotating shift tech position. This full-time position is just the start to a vast and long-term career in wood manufacturing. Hunt Forest Products offers many benefits and promotional opportunities. We seek those who demonstrate a strong work ethic, positive attitude, safety mindset, attention to detail, strong attendance and continued development of skill sets. Candidates should have over 5 years of direct millwright experience within the wood processing industry, or a similar industry.Interested candidates should upload an up-to-date resume that accurately demonstrates previous work history and valid skill sets.Duties and Responsibilities:Following preventative maintenance procedures in the inspection, repair and/or replacement of items subject to cause production downtimes.Routinely complete preventative maintenance activities per company programs.Routinely answers calls to complete timely repair needs in an effort to maintain production workflowsTake time to learn the function and operation of all production and support equipment through communication with operators and other maintenance staff.Acquire a working knowledge of all monitoring and diagnostic equipment.Acquire a working knowledge of blueprints, layouts and technical data.Learns to properly maintain all equipment with a minimum amount of assistance.Adhere to current plans and programs set forth by the company and direct supervision.Eagerly assist others in the completion of tasks, including clean-up activities.Operate and maintain all tooling and equipment per manufacturers specifications.Interacts with others and performs work in a professional manner.Follow all company safety rules and PPE use.Follow all company rules and procedures regarding daily work activity.Requirements:High school diploma or equivalent minimum; higher education and/or certifications preferred.Must mechanically inclinedMust possess a basic knowledge of welding and hydraulicsPrevious experience with equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment (5+ years).This position is day shift, but candidates should be flexible to work 12-hour shifts rotating days/nights and weekends/holidays and on call; as needed.Must have own set of tools.Must successfully pass pre-employment testing and background check if given a conditional job offer.Physical and Safety Requirements: (This is a safety sensitive position)Ability to work in an industrial environment that includes heat, cold, noise and strong smell of pine.Safely operate assigned tools and equipment.Safely maneuver around moving machinery, uneven ground, steps, ladders and stairs.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.Adherence to consistent hydration schedule.Ability to lift, push, pull and have exposure to various weights of veneer, plywood, landscape timbers, bark and sawdust.Ability to lift over shoulder/head heightAbility to stoop, walk, stand, push, pull, bend, kneel, climb as to demonstrate a range of motion needed to complete assigned work during 12-hour shifts.Must be able to hear, read and see directions; instructions and/or signals.Clearly communicate safety issues and concerns as they appear.EOE/M/F/V/DJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:Health insuranceVision insuranceDental insuranceSign-on bonusCompany paid life insurance/long-term disability/short-term disabilityVoluntary life insuranceEmployee Referral programTuition reimbursement401(k)401(k) matchingEmployee assistance programSchedule:12 hour shift. Ability to work a shift rotation that includes days, nights, weekends and holidaysShift availability:Day Shift (Required)Night Shift (Required)Overnight Shift (Required)