Millwright

West-Fraser; Leola (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

401k

Life Insurance

AD&D

Disability Insurance

Wellness Pay

EAP Program

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

West Fraser in Leola, AR is seeking a Millwright to repair and maintain industrial equipment, read drawings, and work safely under high pressure. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and handle rigging and material movement.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years Millwright experience preferred, and rotating shifts. Welding and torch-cutting experience are a plus. Company offers competitive pay and inclusive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years verifiable work experience as a Millwright preferred.
• Welding experience preferred.
• Torch cutting experience (Oxygen/Acetylene) preferred.
• Able to work rotating shifts.
• Must complete pre-employment screenings and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain industrial equipment conveying systems and major machine centers.
• Read and understand drawings and printed instructions.
• Work safely under high-pressure situations.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance.
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Safe work habits and use of hand/power tools.
• Operate shop and maintenance related equipment.
• Understand proper alignments of process equipment.
• Knowledge of rigging and material handling.

Skills

Reading drawings

Self-starter

Preventive maintenance

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication

Tools usage

Rigging

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding

Torch cutting

Oxygen/Acetylene

Job description

Job Category: Maintenance & Skilled Trades WFQ

Requisition Number: MILLW018080

• Posted : October 6, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Leola
Leola, AR 72084, USA

• Travel Required : Yes

Description

$1500 Employee Referral Program

MILLWRIGHT

Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within – many of our employees have built their careers with us.

What you will do:

• Repair and maintain industrial equipment conveying systems, and major machine centers.
• Able to read and understand drawings and printed instructions.
• Must be a self-starter who can work safely under high-pressure situations.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Safe work habits
• Use of hand and power tools
• Operation of shop and maintenance related equipment
• Understanding proper alignments of process equipment
• Knowledge of rigging and material handling

What you will need:

• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Must have minimum 3 years verifiable work experience as a Millwright preferred.
• Must have welding experience preferred.
• Must have cutting Torch experience (Oxygen/Acetylene) preferred.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must successfully complete a skills assessment, pre-employment drug screen, physical, reference check, and background check.

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training and a
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• 401k with company match and fixed retirement contribution
• Life Insurance and AD&DD
• Disability Insurance
• Wellness Pay Program
• EAP Program
• Paid vacation after six months and paid holidays

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within – many of our employees have built their careers with us.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

Travel Required

Yes . Training

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