Millwright

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a skilled Millwright to perform journey-level work in installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment across the site. You will fabricate parts from sketches or CAD drawings, rig equipment, and ensure safe, efficient operation of utilities and systems.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, tool usage, and collaboration with other trades. Prior experience in an industrial setting and a strong safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with vocational/technical certification in machine shop practice and machine tool operations.
• 5+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in mechanical tasks with minimal supervision.
• Experience in an industrial environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, maintain, troubleshoot and repair machinery and mechanical equipment including motors, pumps, fans, belt drives, vacuum pump systems, air compressors.
• Perform rigging activities for site maintenance and support other trades as needed.
• Fabricate mechanical devices and replacement parts from sketches, CAD drawings or verbal instructions.
• Inspect and service equipment per preventive maintenance schedule; lubricate and adjust as required.
• Operate hand/power tools and test instruments; maintain tools in good condition.
• Adhere to safety rules and report any unsafe situations or equipment needing repair.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and assist other trades when required.

Skills

Rigging experience

Machinery maintenance

Industrial environment experience

Education

High School graduate

Vocational/technical cert in Machine Shop & Tool Operations

Tools

CAD drawings/blueprints

Machine Shop tools

Job description

Job Description

• Under general supervision and engineering support, the Millwright will perform journey-level work in installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and machinery. The Millwright team conducts rigging activities associated with site maintenance throughout site, including supporting other trades in rigging needs. The Millwright will fabricate parts in machine shop as needed. Demonstrate ownership of equipment systems serviced and pride in quality work.
• Install, align, maintain, troubleshoot and repair machinery and mechanical equipment including motors, pumps, fans, belt drives, vacuum pump systems, air compressors, etc.
• Maintain all machine shop tools and equipment as required.
• Fabricate mechanical devices and replacement parts working from sketches, CAD drawings/blueprints or verbal instructions.
• Inspect and service equipment according to preventative maintenance schedule, lubricate, maintain and adjust as required.
• Safely and effectively rig machinery, piping system components and lab equipment in and out of operating areas.
• Operate efficiently, all hand/power tools, test instruments and equipment normally used by this trade and maintain/return in good condition.
• Demonstrate ownership of workplace safety/site safety culture by adhering to all safety rules/regulations and reporting to supervisor any equipment in need of repair or any unsafe situations or conditions.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a safe, efficient and clean operating condition.
• Assist in performing other duties, including work of other trades as required.

Shift

Day shift (7 am -3:45 pm) or 2nd shift (3:00 pm - 11:45 pm), determined by position availability after polling

Education Minimum Requirement

• High School graduate or equivalent. and Vocation or technical school certification with Courses in Machine Shop practice and Machine Tool Operations 3 to years.
• 5+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in mechanical or associated tasks. Must have adequate skills to perform required job functions with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Courses in Machine Shop practice and Machine Tool Operation
• Courses in equipment rigging
• Experience working in an industrial environment

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to adequately perform required job functions. This includes being able to lift, bend, and move in such a way as to perform job tasks in a safe and approved manner. Must be able to operate required hand/power tools, test instrumentation and equipment required by this trade in a safe and approved manner.

Environmental Conditions

• Environmental conditions will vary based on the job being performed. Work may take place in either the maintenance shop and/or in the plant depending upon the job requirements.

Compensation Range $39.59 to $49.21 per hour

San Francisco Residents Only

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day, 2nd - Evening

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

11/19/2026

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