MILLWRIGHT UAW JOURNEYMAN

Gerdau•Monroe Charter Township, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Gerdau is seeking an experienced Millwright to perform a wide range of duties involving the installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of mechanical equipment. The successful candidate will help ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Pass all required testing.
Minimum 1 year of millwright experience with a Millwright Journeyman Card, OR Minimum 4 years of millwright experience without a Journeyman Card.

Responsibilities

Receive instructions for scheduled and emergency repair, installation, and inspection work.
Inspect plant equipment for defects such as misalignment, wear, insufficient lubrication, and other mechanical issues.
Determine the most effective repair methods to minimize production interruptions.
Recommend equipment shutdowns when necessary to prevent damage.
Assess when temporary continued operation can occur without adverse effects.
Dismantle, clean, repair, replace, install, maintain, assemble, and lubricate mechanical equipment.
Adjust equipment to ensure proper operation.
Assemble and align gears, bearings, and shafts.
Apply press, sliding, and running fits as required.
Perform all necessary rigging operations.
Operate machine tools, including drill presses, pipe-threading machines, power saws, and other shop equipment.
Perform mechanical repairs on cranes.
Layout, install, maintain, and repair pipelines, fittings, fixtures, and pressure systems.
Repair leaks in hydraulic systems, air systems, gas systems, and water systems.
Replace leaking pipe sections.
Remove and install operating components, including cylinders, oil motors, four-way valves, and check valves.
Repair pumps, compressors, blowers, and related equipment.
Change, set up, and adjust equipment according to operating conditions.
Assist repair crews during emergency breakdowns.
Complete preventive maintenance reports and inspection checklists.
Perform water testing as required.
Document all maintenance activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Perform light welding associated with routine and emergency repairs.
Maintain good housekeeping practices throughout the maintenance shop and job site.
Follow all established safety procedures.
Maintain machinery to achieve the highest quality standards.
Follow company quality policies and procedures.
Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Strive for zero defects in products and processes.
Lock out and tag out all equipment before performing repairs.
Follow all Gerdau safety policies and procedures.
Observe departmental safety rules and regulations.
Comply with all Cardinal Safety Rules.
Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Maintain equipment to minimize plant downtime.
Support efficient and uninterrupted production operations.
Understand and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Complete all required annual safety and environmental training, including fugitive dust training.
Assist with spill prevention, containment, response, and cleanup activities.
Support environmentally significant tasks such as process pond water management, spill prevention initiatives, and KO61 dust (baghouse dust) preventive maintenance, and equipment calibration.
The incumbent is responsible for their own safety and the safety of coworkers while continually supporting improvements in health and safety, environmental performance, process efficiency, product and service quality, and customer satisfaction.
All efforts should be focused on preventive actions and continuous improvement.