Millwright I - 3rd shift

Padnos•Grand Rapids, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator. Position Summary Our Millwright I assists in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery and equipment to support efficient operations and minimize downtime. This role works both independently and as part of a team to perform minor electrical and mechanical repairs, diagnose and resolve equipment issues, install and dismantle machinery using blueprints and schematics, and document procedures for new jobs or rebuilds. The position also collaborates with engineering, operations support, and product development teams, maintains tools and a clean work environment, and supports safety, culture, and continuous improvement initiatives. Schedule Sunday - Thursday 7:30 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.

Requirements

Valid chauffeur’s license
High school diploma or GED
Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs
Good communication and teamwork skills
1+ years of machine repair or industrial maintenance experience
Basic knowledge of: Hydraulics, pneumatics, Mechanical systems and components
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematics
Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices
Perform basic welding and fabrication (MIG, TIG, ARC)
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Work at heights and in outdoor/industrial environments

Responsibilities

Work both independently and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks
Perform minor electrical and mechanical repairs and perform diagnosis and bring resolution to issues on production equipment
Interact with engineering, operations support and product development to troubleshoot and ensure machinery and equipment are working properly
Develop and document procedures on new jobs or rebuilds for filing in permanent record
Install machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and etc.
Support the development of safety, culture, and best practice initiatives within the department or company
Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work environment
Dismantle equipment using hand power tools