Maintenance/Millwright

LIGNETICS INC • Seymour, MO

4d • $28 - $31

About The Position

The Millwright diagnoses, repairs, installs, and maintains manufacturing equipment and related facility systems. The role performs preventive maintenance, supports outage planning, and helps plan and oversee equipment installations and major repairs. It also communicates equipment status to supervisors and production staff, maintains maintenance records using Microsoft Office and CMMS, and manages inventory of equipment, parts, and supplies. This position works near fast-moving, heavy automated equipment and requires strict adherence to safety procedures and clear communication. The PM shift is specified. Compensation is $28–$31 per hour, depending on experience. Pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training is highly preferred.
• At least five years of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience at a journeyman level in industrial plant maintenance; five to seven years is preferred.
• Familiarity with the scope and limitations of state licensing requirements for millwright and electrical work.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience using power and hand tools, welding, forklifts, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to plan, implement, and oversee projects.
• Experience developing, implementing, and managing preventive maintenance programs.
• Basic understanding of electrical concepts.
• Computer experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS.
• Ability to understand and respond immediately to verbal safety commands, audio alarms, and written hazard alerts in English in a manufacturing setting.
• English proficiency sufficient to read, interpret, and follow equipment lock-out/tag-out protocols and machine operation manuals.
• English verbal communication skills sufficient to promptly report machine malfunctions, near-misses, and unsafe floor conditions.
• Good physical condition and ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, stand and work for long periods, climb ladders, work at high elevations, and work in small, confined spaces.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational training.
• Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) card.
• Journeyman Millwright card.
• PLC knowledge.
• Five to seven years of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience in industrial plant maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems with malfunctioning mechanical and electrical equipment and complete required repairs.
• Perform minor building plumbing, electrical, and painting repairs as needed.
• Carry out preventive maintenance procedures and assist the maintenance lead or manager with outage planning.
• Install and set up manufacturing equipment.
• Lead project planning efforts for new equipment installations and major repairs.
• Use required hand and power tools and maintenance equipment, including drills, saws, torches, jacks, ladders, cranes, and high lifts.
• Communicate equipment repair status and release-to-production information to supervisors and production staff.
• Maintain machine, equipment, and facility records using Microsoft Office and CMMS.
• Monitor inventory levels, anticipate equipment and supply needs, place and expedite orders, and verify receipts.
• Perform other accountabilities as required.

Benefits

• Employee referral bonus program.
• Two weeks of paid time off and two floating holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with FSA and HSA options.
• Educational assistance.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Employee heating pellet program.
• Lignetics SWAG gear, including an annual pair of work boots and other PPE.

What This Job Offers

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