Millwright 1

Description Looking for a Millwright. Experience with industrial maintenance. Prior experience working in hardwoods/lumber industry is a plus, but not required. NWH Overview NWH, founded in 1967, has become the leading manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia. With an unwavering focus on simplifying the customer experience, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and mill work industries with 14+ hardwoods species from the major U.S. growing regions as well as imported plywood and exotic lumber. The company operates more than 20 manufacturing and warehousing facilities across the country including sawmills, concentration yards and distribution facilities using innovative technologies to streamline the procurement process for customers. NWH supplies only sustainable, high-quality hardwoods to protect our resources today and for future generations. For more information, please visit nwh.com Key Responsibilities and Duties: Must follow and promote safety policies and procedures and perform all work according to existing policies and procedures while maintaining a high standard of quality and workmanship in performing the duties. Working knowledge of safety practices common to industry Working knowledge of all mechanical systems, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical Ability to change oil and grease Ability to complete simple projects (changing bearings, sprockets, and chains) Basic Welding Skills Pipe Fitting Knowledge, able to thread and fit a pipe Respond to, diagnose, and resolve plumbing emergencies. Self-motivated, look for repair needs before breakdowns occur Possess mechanical skills and knowledge (ability to recognize/resolve mechanical issues) Ability to do general maintenance (cut, weld, change bearings, sprockets, chains) Work unsupervised to safely complete a task or resolve any issues which may arise Collaborate with maintenance team and Supervisor to improve overall performance of location Have a strong desire, dedication, and determination to succeed, by continually improving skills through on-the-job training and various offered educational opportunities Adhere to company safety rules and procedures Assist other team members as needed All other duties as assigned Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Experience with industrial maintenance. Preferred a minimum of 3 years experience working in hardwoods/lumber industry. Intermediate computer skills Competencies: Must follow all established safety policies. Must have good safety record and a positive, can do attitude. Be adaptable, work where needed as required Willing to ask questions and work closely with Site Manager and Supervisors. Must be able to work any shift -- overtime, weekends, holidays as required and in all conditions. Capable of completing required documentation Able to work as a team, get along with team members; give and take advice and criticism from other team members Ability to take initiative on continuous improvement processes and find creative resolutions by identifying opportunities and boldly offering solutions. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the team member is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The team member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the team member is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. This job may require the following equipment when in the field eye protection, hearing protection, leather/rubber gloves, safety shoes, sleeve protection, safety vest, and a hard hat. Perks & Benefits: Medical Plans/Dental Coverage/Vision Coverage/ Prescription Plans Employee Recognition and Rewards Program Life Insurance Voluntary Short-Term Disability Benefit Voluntary Long-Term Disability Benefit 401k Retirement Saving with Company Match Health Saving Account (HSA) Employee Assistance Program Employee Engagement Center Support Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Employee Engagement Events and Activities Additional Information: NWH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr NWH