Millwright

Reports to : Maintenance Reliability Supervisor FLSA Status: Hourly Position Summary The Millwright is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, alignment, and overhaul of rotating and stationary mechanical equipment used throughout the 24/7 catalyst recycling facility. This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment by performing precision mechanical work, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs. The Millwright works closely with Operations, Reliability, Engineering, and contractors to maximize equipment availability while maintaining compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Comply with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, line breaking, respiratory protection, and permit-required work procedures. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses immediately. Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain excellent housekeeping in all work areas. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair rotating and stationary equipment. Perform precision alignment of motors, pumps, gearboxes, blowers, compressors, fans, conveyors, crushers, rotary kilns, dryers, mixers, screens, and other processing equipment. Replace bearings, shafts, seals, couplings, sprockets, chains, belts, and mechanical drive components. Repair and rebuild, gear reducers, valves, agitators, and material handling equipment. Perform equipment inspections to identify wear, misalignment, vibration, leaks, and potential failures. Measure and correct equipment runout. Install and tension belts and chains. Complete scheduled preventive maintenance work orders. Document equipment condition and recommend corrective actions. Assist in root cause failure investigations. Install new production equipment. Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, piping diagrams, and equipment manuals. Perform equipment modifications and upgrades. Perform minor welding and fabrication as required. Participate in planned outages and maintenance shutdowns. Execute equipment overhauls within scheduled timelines. Assist with startup activities following maintenance events. Any other duties as assigned by management. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Completion of a recognized Millwright apprenticeship program or equivalent industrial mechanical experience. Minimum of 3 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in a chemical plant, refinery, mining, metals processing, or heavy manufacturing environment. NCCER Millwright certification or equivalent preferred. Experience with rotating equipment maintenance. Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals. Valid driver's license. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical systems. Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical failures. Knowledge of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, compressors, and material handling equipment. Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including dial indicators, micrometers, calipers, and laser alignment tools. Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and teamwork. Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced 24/7 manufacturing environment. Commitment to continuous improvement and equipment reliability. Physical Requirements Stand and walk for extended periods. Lift and carry up to 75 pounds, with assistance for heavier loads. Climb ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and stairs. Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights. Frequently bend, kneel, squat, crawl, push, pull, and reach overhead. Wear respiratory protection and other required PPE. Work in varying indoor and outdoor weather conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr MOVA Metals