Lead Maintenance Mechanic & Millwright

The Willamette Valley Company; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

HSA

401k

Life Insurance

Vacation after 3 months

Job summary

The Willamette Valley Company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic / Millwright to lead our maintenance team and ensure a smooth-running plant. This role emphasizes technical leadership, proactive maintenance, and a strong safety culture in a mill environment.

You will diagnose, repair, and optimize critical assets while mentoring junior technicians and upholding LOTO and PPE standards. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth into leadership

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Industrial Maintenance or Millwrighting.
• Safety-first mindset with LOTO and PPE compliance.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Precision maintenance: diagnose, repair, and optimize plant assets such as hammer mills, gearboxes, conveyors, and fans.
• Maintain mobile equipment including haul trucks, loaders, and forklifts.
• Fabricate components like airlocks, fans, belts, and conveyor chains.
• Execute PM program rigorously and coordinate with Maintenance Manager on parts and capital projects.
• Lead by example in safety, housekeeping, and Lockout/Tagout protocols.

Skills

Industrial Maintenance

Millwrighting

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Job description

The Willamette Valley Company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic / Millwright to lead our maintenance team and ensure a smooth-running plant. This role emphasizes technical leadership, proactive maintenance, and a strong safety culture in a mill environment.

You will diagnose, repair, and optimize critical assets while mentoring junior technicians and upholding LOTO and PPE standards. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth into leadership