Millwright/Industrial Mechanic

Rex Lumber, LLC. • Graceville, FL

3d • $20 - $32

About The Position

Rex Lumber is hiring a Millwright/Industrial Mechanic for its lumber manufacturing operations. The role performs troubleshooting, basic welding and electrical repairs, machinery lubrication, parts replacement, and other maintenance. The employee performs preventive maintenance, repairs and reassembles machinery, installs equipment and wiring, monitors machine operation, and documents work and parts through work orders and a maintenance management system. The position also involves following production specifications and safety procedures, working with other employees, and maintaining a clean workstation.

Requirements

• Two years of 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 the body, arms, or legs.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, determine the causes of operating errors, and decide what action to take.
• Ability to monitor 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.
• Excellent reasoning and mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

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, mark defective areas, and 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 equipment according to specified procedures.
• Participate in the action planning process.
• Track and record time and repair parts using work orders and the maintenance management system.
• Determine whether a part is repairable and pass it to the maintenance analyst for repair.
• Reassemble machines after repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe their mechanical operation to assess efficiency and detect problems.
• Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
• Follow basic blueprints, specifications, or verbal instructions and plan the intended location of wiring and equipment.
• Measure, cut, assemble, and install electrical wiring, including stripping, splicing, and soldering as necessary.
• Attach cables and wiring to incoming electrical service and to fixtures and machines that use electricity.
• Perform basic adjustments and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronic components.
• Set up, operate, and tend welding machines to join or bond components and fabricate metal products or assemblies.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Clean the workstation and surrounding areas and keep them free of debris.
• Follow area- and machine-center-specific safety regulations and other company safety regulations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including hardhat, safety glasses, and hearing protection, as required.
• Avoid restricted areas and immediately report unsafe or improperly functioning equipment to a supervisor.
• Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge.
• Visually inspect equipment and the work area before starting or operating equipment, and eliminate unsafe conditions when possible.
• Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers.
• Use proper lifting technique, pushing, pulling, and lifting with the legs rather than the back.
• Never approach a saw while it is still running.

Benefits

• Company-paid health insurance with prescription drug coverage.
• Company-paid dental and vision insurance.
• Telemedicine program through Teladoc.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid vacations and seven paid holidays.
• Company-paid life and accidental death insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee referral program.
• Rewards program.
• Safety incentives.
• Accident and critical care insurance.
• Wellness incentives and employee recognition programs.
• Conditional relocation assistance.
• Conditional tuition assistance.
• On-the-job training.
• Potential for additional paid time off hours.
• Boot purchase program.
• Opportunity for promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed