Millwright (Alternating Dupont Schedule)

KIK Consumer Products•Westlake, LA

13d

About The Position

The Millwright plays a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance of plant machinery and equipment in a dynamic environment that emphasizes efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement. The hourly rate is $40.50, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential for hours worked on night shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of proven experience as a Journeyman Millwright or Maintenance Mechanic.
Chemical manufacturing experience; contractor or refinery experience is accepted.
Good knowledge of preventative maintenance programs.
Ability to operate a scissor lift, boom lift, forklift, and telehandler.
Ability to work shifts (days, afternoons, and nights), overtime, hold-overs, and call-outs as needed.
Ability to wear respiratory protective equipment (requiring a clean-shaven face for proper fit) and protective eyewear.
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
Successful completion of required training programs, including offsite training, and required equipment certifications.
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with frequent change.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a formal millwright apprenticeship or three-year training program.

Responsibilities

Dismantle, troubleshoot, diagnose, and overhaul pumps, screw conveyors, conveyors, compactors, and rotor feeders.
Install mechanical seals.
Align equipment using dial indicators and laser alignment.
Observe installed equipment and systems to identify replacement needs; work with MRO to order materials and plan replacement procedures.
Identify pump sizing on the suction and discharge sides.
Distinguish between centrifugal and positive displacement pumps and service each appropriately.
Apply knowledge of rotor feeder rotation and set timing on shaking conveyors.
Inform the supervisor about potentially dangerous mechanical equipment or recurring malfunctions, and report corrective actions taken.
Install and/or modify machines and mechanical equipment throughout the facility.