Industrial Manufacturing Millwright
About The Position
Vulcan Metals Specialty Products is the Global Leader in Magnesium Plate and Sheet Technology. We are a manufacturer and supplier of Graphic Arts products, as well as a manufacturer of magnesium sheet and plate. At our facility we do a casting process that melts down the magnesium which then molds it into slabs. We then use the rolling mill to thin out the slabs of magnesium to meet the customer needs. We are seeking an experienced Industrial Mechanic/Millwright to join our maintenance team at a heavy industrial manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing mechanical equipment used in casting, rolling mill and metal finishing manufacturing operations. This position requires a mechanically skilled individual who can independently diagnose problems, understand how industrial equipment operates, and make sound decisions when equipment is down. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with hydraulic systems, mechanical power transmission, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, rolls, rotating equipment, and industrial machinery. This is a hands-on position in a demanding manufacturing environment where safety, reliability, workmanship, and troubleshooting ability are critical.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose problems rather than simply replace components.
- Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and hydraulic schematics.
- Experience with bearings, gearboxes, couplings, shafts, pumps, cylinders, valves, and rotating equipment.
- Ability to safely rig and move heavy equipment.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, and maintenance equipment.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a breakdown situation.
- Strong commitment to safety and proper lockout/tagout procedures.
- Ability to work in a hot, dirty, noisy, and physically demanding industrial environment.
Nice To Haves
- Journeyman Millwright certification or equivalent experience.
- Experience working in a steel, aluminum, rolling mill, casting, or other heavy manufacturing environment.
- Experience with hydraulic systems.
- Experience with industrial pumps and hydraulic power units.
- Experience with large gearboxes, roll systems, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience performing precision shaft, bearing, gearbox, and equipment alignment.
- Experience using hydraulic schematics and troubleshooting hydraulic circuits.
- Crane and rigging experience.
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and mechanical systems.
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication-related equipment problems.
- Perform installation, alignment, repair, and replacement of pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, couplings, shafts, rolls, cylinders, valves, and other mechanical components.
- Troubleshoot and repair industrial hydraulic systems, including pumps, valves, cylinders, accumulators, filters, piping, and associated controls.
- Perform precision equipment alignment using appropriate measuring and alignment tools.
- Remove, install, and align bearings, shafts, gearboxes, rolls, and other rotating equipment.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, hydraulic schematics, equipment manuals, and parts drawings.
- Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other inspection tools.
- Perform welding, cutting, rigging, and fabrication as required for maintenance repairs.
- Safely operate cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment when qualified.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
- Identify developing equipment problems and recommend corrective action before failures occur.
- Complete maintenance work orders and accurately document repairs and equipment conditions.
- Work closely with electricians, operators, supervisors, engineers, and other maintenance personnel to resolve equipment problems.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies when required.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all company safety procedures.
- Participate in equipment improvement, reliability, and preventative-maintenance initiatives.
Benefits
- Day Shift - Monday - Friday
- Up to 8% quarterly bonus
- Medical, Vision, Dental Start on the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment
- 401k with Company match of up to 6%
- Paid Lunch Time
- Company Paid Uniforms/PPE/Tools/boots
- 10 Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time (No Waiting Period)
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience and qualifications
- Overtime opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Company-provided safety equipment
- Opportunities for advancement and additional training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
