Hunt Forest Products in Pollock, LA is seeking to fill an experienced millwright to fill either a bullgang or rotating shift tech position. This full-time position is just the start to a vast and long-term career in wood manufacturing. Hunt Forest Products offers many benefits and promotional opportunities. We seek those who demonstrate a strong work ethic, positive attitude, safety mindset, attention to detail, strong attendance and continued development of skill sets. Candidates should have over 5 years of direct millwright experience within the wood processing industry, or a similar industry.
Interested candidates should upload an up-to-date resume that accurately demonstrates previous work history and valid skill sets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Following preventative maintenance procedures in the inspection, repair and/or replacement of items subject to cause production downtimes.
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Routinely complete preventative maintenance activities per company programs.
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Routinely answers calls to complete timely repair needs in an effort to maintain production workflows
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Take time to learn the function and operation of all production and support equipment through communication with operators and other maintenance staff.
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Acquire a working knowledge of all monitoring and diagnostic equipment.
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Acquire a working knowledge of blueprints, layouts and technical data.
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Learns to properly maintain all equipment with a minimum amount of assistance.
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Adhere to current plans and programs set forth by the company and direct supervision.
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Eagerly assist others in the completion of tasks, including clean-up activities.
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Operate and maintain all tooling and equipment per manufacturers specifications.
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Interacts with others and performs work in a professional manner.
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Follow all company safety rules and PPE use.
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Follow all company rules and procedures regarding daily work activity.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent minimum; higher education and/or certifications preferred.
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Must mechanically inclined
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Must possess a basic knowledge of welding and hydraulics
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Previous experience with equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment (5+ years).
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This position is day shift, but candidates should be flexible to work 12-hour shifts rotating days/nights and weekends/holidays and on call; as needed.
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Must have own set of tools.
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Must successfully pass pre-employment testing and background check if given a conditional job offer.
Physical and Safety Requirements: (This is a safety sensitive position)
- Ability to work in an industrial environment that includes heat, cold, noise and strong smell of pine.
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Safely operate assigned tools and equipment.
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Safely maneuver around moving machinery, uneven ground, steps, ladders and stairs.
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
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Adherence to consistent hydration schedule.
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Ability to lift, push, pull and have exposure to various weights of veneer, plywood, landscape timbers, bark and sawdust.
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Ability to lift over shoulder/head height
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Ability to stoop, walk, stand, push, pull, bend, kneel, climb as to demonstrate a range of motion needed to complete assigned work during 12-hour shifts.
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Must be able to hear, read and see directions; instructions and/or signals.
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Clearly communicate safety issues and concerns as they appear.
EOE/M/F/V/D
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Health insurance
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Vision insurance
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Dental insurance
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Sign-on bonus
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Company paid life insurance/long-term disability/short-term disability
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Voluntary life insurance
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Employee Referral program
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Tuition reimbursement
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401(k)
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401(k) matching
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Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift. Ability to work a shift rotation that includes days, nights, weekends and holidays
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
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Night Shift (Required)
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Overnight Shift (Required)
