Millwright 1st Shift (Tuesday-Saturday)

Collins co; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins is seeking a Millwright to provide maintenance, installation, and operational services for our manufacturing systems and equipment at our Kentucky facility. This role emphasizes safety, hands-on trades, and proactive issue resolution.

The position requires reading blueprints, performing preventative maintenance, and collaborating with supervisors. On-site presence is essential for performance and quality, with opportunities for advancement to lead roles as experience grows.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of previous experience preferred.
• Possess at least one basic ability: welding, cutting, fitting, lubrication, troubleshooting equipment and systems, or component maintenance.
• Possess the basic tools related to the trade.
• Must be able to properly read a tape measure.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a basic understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems is required to be awarded the Millwright III position.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety standards at all times and correct/report any observed safety hazards.
• Troubleshoot, install, replace, and repair manufacturing systems and equipment by applying skills in welding, hydraulics and pneumatics, blueprints and schematics, machinery alignment and leveling, rigging and lifting, carpentry, plumbing, and machining.
• Fabricate parts and assemble machinery as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on rolling stock.
• Detect developing mechanical issues and conduct preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Document work order progress using the company’s maintenance tracking system.
• On-site attendance is essential to effectively perform the listed duties and responsibilities.
• If Lead status is awarded, act as a functional expert and serve as a point of contact for the final process; assist the supervisor with daily reports, crew member assignments, and training; maintain inventory levels; coordinate work with vendors and contractors.

Skills

Welding

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Machinery alignment

Rigging & lifting

Carpentry & plumbing

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Tape measure

Shop tools

Job description

At Collins, we are committed to building a better world. As a family-owned company founded in 1855, this begins with our commitment to land and resource stewardship on our 370 thousand acres of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forest lands. With operations in California, Oregon, and Pennsylvania, we manufacture softwood and hardwood lumber, particleboard, and hardboard siding.

Position Summary:

The Millwright provides maintenance, installation, and operational services for manufacturing systems and equipment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Duties/Responsibilities are dependent on level progression.

• Comply with safety standards at all times and correct/report any observed safety hazards.
• Troubleshoot, install, replace, and repair manufacturing systems and equipment by applying skills in:
  • welding/fabricating/fitting;
  • hydraulics and pneumatics;
  • blueprints and schematics;
  • machinery alignment and leveling;
  • rigging/lifting/setting;
  • machinery alignment and leveling;
  • carpentry, plumbing, and machining; and
  • concrete forming/pouring/finishing/layout.
• Fabricate parts and assemble machinery as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on rolling stock.
• Detect developing mechanical issues and conduct preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Document work order progress using the company’s maintenance tracking system.
• Clean and maintain working areas and equipment.
• Perform additional duties as required by supervisor.
• On-site attendance is essential to effectively perform the listed duties and responsibilities.
• If Lead status is awarded, the individual will act as a functional expert and serve as a point of contact for the final process; assist the supervisor with daily reports, crew member assignments, and training; maintain inventory levels; provide breaks; and coordinate work with vendors and contractors.

Position Requirements:

The following are required to be considered a candidate for the Millwright I position.

• Two (2) years of previous experience preferred.
• Possess a minimum of one of the basic abilities: welding, cutting, fitting, lubrication, troubleshooting equipment and systems, or component maintenance.
• Possess the basic tools related to the trade.
• Must be able to properly read a tape measure.
• A strong mechanical aptitude with a basic understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems is required to be awarded the Millwright III position.

Environmental Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and variable temperatures and weather conditions.

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