Multi-Functional Millwright

The Multi-Functional Millwright is a highly skilled multi-craft maintenance professional responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, fabricating, modifying, and maintaining industrial mechanical systems throughout the organization's manufacturing facility. This position serves as a technical resource within the Maintenance Department by combining advanced mechanical maintenance, welding and fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, precision alignment, equipment installation, reliability practices, and basic electrical troubleshooting to maximize equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve plant performance. In addition to performing complex maintenance activities, this position is expected to mentor developing maintenance personnel, support continuous improvement initiatives, and assist in executing planned outages and capital improvement projects. Job Responsibilities: Install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, modify, and maintain industrial mechanical equipment including pellet mills, hammermills, conveyors, drag conveyors, bucket elevators, augers, screw conveyors, rotary valves, gearboxes, pumps, fans, blowers, shafts, bearings, couplings, and material handling systems. Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical power transmission systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, lubrication systems, and associated production equipment. Perform structural and precision welding utilizing MIG, TIG, Stick, and oxy-fuel cutting equipment to repair, fabricate, and modify production equipment and plant infrastructure. Fabricate replacement parts, machine modifications, guards, brackets, piping, platforms, and structural components to support maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. Install, align, rebuild, and commission new equipment, production lines, and plant modifications while ensuring proper mechanical operation. Perform precision shaft alignment utilizing laser alignment equipment and other precision measuring instruments. Diagnose recurring equipment failures and assist with Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) to improve equipment reliability and reduce maintenance costs. Assist in troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, motors, motor controls, sensors, instrumentation, and automated production equipment while coordinating with Electricians when necessary. Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities to maximize equipment availability and production efficiency. Read and interpret mechanical drawings, fabrication drawings, blueprints, equipment manuals, P&IDs, and basic electrical schematics. Safely operate welding equipment, fabrication equipment, forklifts, aerial lifts, rigging equipment, overhead cranes, precision measuring tools, and maintenance diagnostic equipment. Assist in planning and executing scheduled maintenance outages, shutdowns, and capital improvement projects. Recommend equipment modifications and process improvements that enhance equipment reliability, safety, production efficiency, and maintainability. Complete work orders, preventive maintenance inspections, repair documentation, equipment history, and maintenance records accurately within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, Production, Electrical, and Maintenance personnel to prioritize repairs and minimize operational downtime. Mentor, coach, and provide technical guidance to less experienced maintenance personnel while promoting quality workmanship and safe maintenance practices. Maintain organized work areas and promote excellent housekeeping standards throughout the facility. Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, fall protection, respiratory protection, and all other applicable safety procedures. Demonstrate leadership through accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Perform all other duties as assigned to support the safe and efficient operation of the organization's facility. Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required. Technical degree or vocational training in Industrial Maintenance, Millwright Technology, Mechanical Technology, Welding Technology, or a related field preferred. Minimum of seven (7) years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing, processing, or heavy industrial environment. Demonstrated experience in advanced mechanical maintenance, welding, fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, and equipment installation. Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and ability to safely troubleshoot basic electrical components. Experience operating welding, fabrication, rigging, and precision alignment equipment. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, fabrication drawings, P&IDs, blueprints, and equipment manuals. Experience utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills. Strong welding and fabrication capabilities. Thorough understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities. Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced continuous manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with Operations, Engineering, and fellow Maintenance personnel. Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality workmanship, equipment reliability, and the organization's culture of Safety and Quality over Quantity. Work Conditions: Work is performed in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, noise, vibration, heat, moving mechanical equipment, and varying weather conditions. The position requires standing, walking, climbing ladders, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in elevated or confined spaces. Employees must wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and be willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and respond to emergency call-outs as operational needs require. #J-18808-Ljbffr