Journey Millwright - Swing - Roseburg, OR

Swanson Group; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Swanson Group in Roseburg, OR seeks a Journey Millwright to maximize mill efficiency through preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of new equipment. The role collaborates with maintenance leadership, electricians, supervisers, and operators, following lockout and PPE policies to ensure safe, reliable operations.

The position emphasizes extensive welding, fabrication, and machinery installation, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement within a 12-hour shift structure.

Qualifications

• The candidate must demonstrate preventive maintenance experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair machinery and align components.
• Skilled in reading blueprints and SOP documents.
• Capable of operating forklifts and related equipment.
• Welding and fabrication capabilities required.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with maintenance personnel.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery and complete PMs as scheduled.
• Repair/modify/align machinery; troubleshoot and verify proper operation.
• Order replacement parts and update the Work List with needed tasks.
• Install new machinery and read blueprints and specs.
• Assist with pre-shift warm-up and operate machine centers as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and shop.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Machinery troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

Welding and fabrication

Team collaboration

Tools

Arc welder

Hydraulic tools

Pneumatic tools

Lockout procedures

Job description

Position Title: Journey Millwright

Reports To: Lead Millwright

Department: RSM Maintenance

Hours per shift: Employee works four 12-hour shifts, with three 10-minute breaks, and 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Wage: $36.65

Position Purpose: Maximize mill efficiency via preventive maintenance, repair/modification of machinery, and installation of new machinery. Works closely with Maintenance Director, lead millwright, electricians, production supervisors, machine operators, and cleanup. Follow lock out, safety and PPE policies. Responsible for completing PM’S that are a sign to them. Whistle chasing. Fabrication and installing equipment. Work with millwrights. Communicate with operators and lead millwright.

Position Functions:

Millwright: Essential Functions*

These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job.

• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery. Complete PM’s as scheduled.
• Repair/modify/align machinery – troubleshoot equipment problems. Repair/modify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and gravitational components of machinery. After repair is completed, check/operate repaired item for proper operation.
• Order appropriate replacement parts and record any further work to be done on “Work List”.
• Install new machinery. Read and follow blueprints and other specification SOP documents.
• Learn to operate machine centers. Assist with pre-shift warm-up of machinery.
• Housekeeping – clean and organize shop and parts.
• Operate forklift, manlift, hoist, crane, key cutters, drills, presses.
• Weld and fabricate using arc and wire feed welders, cutting torch and track burners.
• Work with a Safety-First attitude using the ACES as a guideline for all decision making.
• Special projects as assigned. Work in confined spaces as required.

Non-Essential Functions

These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential.

• Perform other duties and functions as assigned by supervisor for production and cleaning purpose.

Working Environment

(1) Inside 80%, average temperature 80 degrees, extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 120 degrees F. (2) Outside 20%. Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions: Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Dry wood, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None. The worker in this position will be standing on a slightly elevated wooden platform with rubber mats. The worker will move back and forth on this platform in front of an elevated dry conveyor measuring 3 ½ to 4’ above the ground.

Personal Protective Equipment Required

(1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Blue Atlas gloves. (4) Approved Footwear (5) High Visibility Clothing.

Physical Demands

See the attached Job/Task Evaluation and Physical Capabilities portion; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 lbs.

Skills

Must be able to communicate effectively with Maintenance Director, lead millwright, electricians, production supervisors, machine operators, and cleanup via face-to-face meetings, radio, and telephone regarding troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, safety, etc. Must be able to write legibly. Vision/hearing/touch continuously; reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, monthly safety training topics, and Job Certification if applicable. Other skills include (but are not limited to):

• Welding and fabricating.
• Repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems, machine alignment.
• Read blueprints.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems in manufacturing.
• Ability to identify different metal compositions, work with a variety of millwright tools, and use machine specific lockout procedures.
• Ability to use fall protection equipment.
• Must have excellent hand eye coordination.
• Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.

Safety

(1) Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery. (2) Always use our 14-step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy. (3) Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t overreach, get help as needed to push loads out). (4) Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection). (5) Be aware of and always communicate with your co-worker (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training.

ENDURANCE

ENDURANCE Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasional 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100%

SITTING X

STANDING X 2 12

WALKING X 2 12

CHANGE POSITIONS X

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Enter actual maximum weight in pounds in the box) LIFTING Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100%

1-10 LBS 10 LBS

11-20 LBS 20 LBS

21-50 LBS 50 LBS

51-75 LBS 75 LBS

76-100 LBS 100 LBS

>100 LBS >100 LBS

Maximum weight lifted by worker without assistance: 50 LBS

If required, lifting over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices.

CARRYING

CARRYING Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100%

1-10 LBS 10 LBS

11-20 LBS 20 LBS

21-50 LBS 50 LBS

51-75 LBS 75 LBS

76-100 LBS 100 LBS

>100 LBS 100 LBS

Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 10-50 LBS

If required, carrying over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices.

PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED

PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100%

1-10 LBS 10 LBS

11-20 LBS 20 LBS

21-50 LBS 50 LBS

51-75 LBS 75 LBS

76-100 LBS 100 LBS

>100 LBS >100 LBS

Maximum weight of object pushed/pulled by worker: 75 Lbs. Distance: 4’

Type of surface (i.e. level, carpet, incline): Level / Incline

OTHER

BEND/STOOP X

TWIST X

CROUCH/SQUAT X

KNEEL X

CRAWL X

WALK-LEVEL SURFACE X

WALK-UNEVEN SURFACE X

CLIMB STEPS X

CLIMB LADDER X

WORK AT HEIGHTS X

REACH AT OR ABOVE SHOULDER X

REACH BELOW SHOULDER X

USE OF ARMS X

USE OF WRISTS X

USE OF HANDS X

GRASPING/SQUEEZING X

OPERATE FOOT CONTROLS X

ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENT INSIDE: 80% OUTSIDE: 20% TEMPERATURE EXTREMES: YES VIBRATION: YES WORKS ON OR AROUND MOVING MACHINARY OR MECHANICAL PARTS: YES

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

BOOTS YES

HARDHAT YES

GLOVES YES

EYE PROTECTION YES

HEARING PROTECTION YES

OTHER? YES