Millwright

Rex Lumber has been family owned and operated for over 90 years. We have always believed in our community and the honest, hardworking people that live in it. Today, Rex Lumber employs over 800 people in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi, and is an industry leader in Southern Yellow Pine manufacturing. We believe in supporting local schools and neighborhoods because we are only as strong as the people that work for us.

Do you enjoy working in a physically active environment? Are you tired of traveling and want to be closer to home? Do you want the opportunity to start a job that will turn into a career with dedication and time? If you answered "yes!", then we want you as part of our team! If this sounds like a team you would like to be part of, apply today!!

Millwright

Full Time - 55+hours a week

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS


Perform troubleshooting, basic welding, electrical repairs, lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other machinery maintenance.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
• Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
• Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment, according to specified procedures.
• Participate in action planning process
• Track/record time and all repair parts using work orders & maintenance management system
• Determine if a part is repairable and pass it on to maintenance analyst to get repaired
• Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
• Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
• Follows basic blueprints, specifications or verbal instructions and plans the intended location of wiring and equipment.
• Measure, cut, assemble and install electrical wiring, stripping, splicing and soldering as necessary.
• Attaches cables and wiring to the incoming electrical service and to various fixtures and machines that use electricity.
• Perform basic adjustments and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components
• Set up, operate, and tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies.
• All other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Clean workstation and surrounding areas making sure it is clean and free of debris.


SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Prefer high school diploma/GED
• 2 Years maintenance experience
• Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
• Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to complete production tallies, downtime tallies and daily reports as required
• Possess excellent reasoning and mathematical skills
• Possess knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels within the organization


SAFETY
• Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
• Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc...as required
• Do not enter restricted areas
• Report immediately to supervisor any equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
• Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
• Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
• Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
• Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers
• Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back
• Never approach a saw while it is still running
• Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company


COMPANY BENEFITS

We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience.If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.

We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:

• Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Employee Referral Program
• Personify Health Rewards Program

Additionally, we offer:

• Safety Incentives
• Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
• Conditional Relocation Assistance
• Conditional Tuition Assistance
• On-the-Job Training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours
• Uniform Rental and Boot Purchase Program