Maintenance Millwright - Entry-level, C Mechanic

Clearwater Paper Corporation • McGehee, AR

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About The Position

The Maintenance Millwright on the maintenance team at the Cypress Bend location maintains machinery throughout the mill to support efficient operations and reduce unscheduled machine downtime. The role requires proficiency in at least one recognized primary craft and the ability to act as a knowledgeable helper in other crafts, including electrical, instrumentation, pipefitting, millwright work, machining, welding, auto/diesel mechanics, and HVAC. Duties also include changing out equipment, safely operating tools and company vehicles, supporting workplace safety, participating in incident investigations, and operating, maintaining, and inspecting equipment in accordance with environmental regulations and documentation requirements.

The position is physically demanding and involves working around machinery and equipment for an entire 12-hour rotating shift. The work environment may include temperature extremes, loud noise, slipping, tripping, and falling hazards, as well as exposure to compressed air, steam, lubrication oil, dust, and hydraulic fluid. The schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays, with overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understand and comply with manufacturing safety procedures, including personal protective equipment requirements.
• Able to work in a physically demanding environment with temperature extremes, loud noise, and slipping, tripping, and falling hazards.
• Physically capable of bending, walking, sitting, and climbing around machinery and equipment throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds frequently, 40 to 50 pounds occasionally, and over 50 pounds minimally; use team lifting and overhead crane assistance when lifting 50 pounds or more.
• Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and work overtime as needed.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and not require Clearwater Paper sponsorship to continue working legally in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of continuous work experience in a manufacturing, production, industrial, or labor-intensive work environment.
• Recent completion of a technical program in Electro/Mechanics or Industrial Electrical programs; associate degrees are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain machinery throughout the mill to support efficient operations and reduce unscheduled machine downtime.
• Proficiently perform at least one recognized primary craft and serve as a knowledgeable helper in other recognized crafts, including electrical, instrumentation, pipefitting, millwright work, machining, welding, auto/diesel mechanics, and HVAC.
• Change out equipment.
• Safely operate a variety of power, machine shop, gasoline-powered, and hand tools.
• Safely operate company vehicles and equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, and clamp trucks.
• Uphold safety standards and ensure workplace safety policies and rules are followed, including lockout/tagout procedures, use of appropriate PPE, safe driving practices, and proper lifting techniques.
• Participate in safety incidents as needed and help investigate root causes.
• Operate, maintain, and inspect equipment to ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, procedural reporting, and documentation requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED