Industrial Millwright Level 1

Industrial Millwright Level 1

Job Category: Maintenance & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number: MILLW016552

Posted: February 3, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Location: Newberry, SC 29108, USA

Travel Required: Yes

Job Details

Repair and maintain industrial equipment to include conveying systems, major machine centers such as debarkers, canters, gang saws, and edgers

Able to read and understand drawings and printed instructions

Must be a self-starter who can work safely under high pressure situations

Possess basic understanding in line ups of pumps, sheaves, sprockets, machine centers

Must be able to move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks

Adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts

Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs

Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools

Lay out mounting holes, using measuring instruments, and drill holes with power drill

Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts

Level bedplate and establish centerline, using straightedge, levels, and transit

Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools

Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools

What you need to be successful:

Must have High School Diploma or GED

Requires own basic tools

Must be safety orientated and comply with ZES

Must have minimum two years verifiable work experience as a Millwright

Must have welding experience (GMAW and/or SMAW)

Must have cutting Torch experience (Oxygen/Acetylene)

Must be able to work night/day shift.

Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical, reference check and background check

Outstanding benefits package including:

Benefits starting Day 1

Wellness Pay Program

Competitive starting pay

On-the-job training

A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K with company match and additional retirement contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world's largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace