Journey Millwright - Swing - Roseburg, OR

Journey Millwright

Since our founding in 1951, Swanson Group has proudly remained a multigenerational, family-owned company. We are committed to fostering a welcome and supportive workplace where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

At Swanson Group, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside dedicated employees who share a passion for excellence. We believe in building a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and long-term success.

Maximize mill efficiency via preventive maintenance, repair/modification of machinery, and installation of new machinery. Works closely with Maintenance Director, lead millwright, electricians, production supervisors, machine operators, and cleanup. Follow lock out, safety and PPE policies. Responsible for completing PM'S that are a sign to them. Whistle chasing. Fabrication and installing equipment. Work with millwrights. Communicate with operators and lead millwright.

Perform preventive maintenance on machinery. Complete PM's as scheduled.

Repair/modify/align machinery troubleshoot equipment problems. Repair/modify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and gravitational components of machinery. After repair is completed, check/operate repaired item for proper operation.

Order appropriate replacement parts and record any further work to be done on "Work List".

Install new machinery. Read and follow blueprints and other specification SOP documents.

Learn to operate machine centers. Assist with pre-shift warm-up of machinery.

Housekeeping clean and organize shop and parts.

Operate forklift, manlift, hoist, crane, key cutters, drills, presses.

Weld and fabricate using arc and wire feed welders, cutting torch and track burners.

Work with a Safety-First attitude using the ACES as a guideline for all decision making.

Special projects as assigned. Work in confined spaces as required.

Perform other duties and functions as assigned by supervisor for production and cleaning purpose.

Inside 80%, average temperature 80 degrees, extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 120 degrees F. Outside 20%. Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. Atmospheric conditions: Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Dry wood, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None. The worker in this position will be standing on a slightly elevated wooden platform with rubber mats. The worker will move back and forth on this platform in front of an elevated dry conveyor measuring 3 to 4' above the ground.

Eye Protection. Hearing Protection. Blue Atlas gloves. Approved Footwear. High Visibility Clothing.

This position requires constant use of hearing and vision, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 lbs.

Must be able to communicate effectively with Maintenance Director, lead millwright, electricians, production supervisors, machine operators, and cleanup via face-to-face meetings, radio, and telephone regarding troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, safety, etc. Must be able to write legibly. Vision/hearing/touch continuously; reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, monthly safety training topics, and Job Certification if applicable. Other skills include (but are not limited to):

Welding and fabricating.

Repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems, machine alignment.

Read blueprints.

Basic knowledge of electrical systems in manufacturing.

Ability to identify different metal compositions, work with a variety of millwright tools, and use machine specific lockout procedures.

Ability to use fall protection equipment.

Must have excellent hand eye coordination.

Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.

Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.

Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery. Always use our 14-step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy. Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don't overreach, get help as needed to push loads out). Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection). Be aware of and always communicate with your co-worker (ex: forklift driver). Will be required to read and write during safety training.