Millwright/Machinist

Canfor-; Cassatt (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Learning opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Canfor’s Camden, SC sawmill is seeking a Millwright to keep pumps, conveyors, compressors, rollers, bearings and hydraulic/pneumatic systems running on our 1st shift. You will troubleshoot, diagnose and repair complex mechanical issues, collaborating with a high-performance maintenance team to maximize production uptime in a demanding manufacturing environment.

This permanent, full-time role emphasizes safety and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Proven troubleshooting skills for complex mechanical issues.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial environments; lumber process knowledge is a plus.
• Basic electrical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair machinery.
• Understanding of hydraulic/pneumatic systems on heavy manufacturing equipment.
• Experience using a CMMS to schedule and document maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, compressors, rollers, bearings and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative, predictive and reactive maintenance; inspect equipment for irregularities and malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot issues to boost reliability and maximize uptime.
• Identify parts needed and request replacements to complete repairs promptly.
• Contribute to a safe work environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

CMMS usage

Safety orientation

Urgency

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Requisition ID29864-Posted09/10/2026-United States-SC-Camden-Skilled Trades

Working as a Millwright, you know the ins and outs of keeping industrial production machinery up and running. You have a natural ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex mechanical issues, and you’re looking to expand your knowledge with a fantastic company where safety and sustainability are the most critical priorities. If this sounds like you, this opportunity at our Sawmill in Camden, SCmight be what you’re looking for. Join us and put your skills to use to help keep our modern sawmill running at peak performance.

This is a permanent, full-time position on our 1st shift, featuring a rotational schedule that may include weekend work.

What you will do as a Millwright:

• Working with a high-performance team dedicated to maintaining all mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers & chains, bearings, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems involved in the manufacturing process.
• Keeping our systems running smoothly by performing preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance. This includes inspecting machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions.
• Applying your knowledge, skills, and experience to troubleshoot issues, boost equipment reliability and implement safe, reliable fixes maximizing production uptime.
• Having great attention to detail to identify and request relevant parts to complete repairs in a timely manner.
• Accountability for assisting in a safe work environment.

Experience and skills that will help you stand out:

• Superior troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment would be considered a plus. Knowledge of the lumber manufacturing process would be an asset.
• Basic electrical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair machinery components.
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems on heavy manufacturing machinery.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) effectively to schedule and document maintenance activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, collaborating with other maintenance professionals, operations, production staff, and supervisors.
• A high degree of urgency.

At Canfor, diversity meansunderstanding, recognizing, and valuingthe differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion and diversity as essential to our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. Therefore, we strive for afair and equitable recruitment process where hiring decisions are based on each applicant's qualifications and experience.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Hiring for this position is ongoing and will be filled as required. The specific type of employment screening conducted varies depending on the role and location. These screenings may involve behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks and drug testing.

Why Canfor?

Canfor is a global leader in the manufacturing of low-carbon forest products, including lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets and green energy. We embrace innovation in our industry and provide high-quality products to global markets. With our dedicated employees, we demonstrate leading environmental practices and are committed to the communities that host our operations.

In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine with over 15 manufacturing facilities and two corporate offices. We are a leading supplier of high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine. As we continue to grow and diversify our business, we have exciting work and development opportunities to help you build a rewarding career that lasts.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes our employees’ safety, well-being and growth because they are critical to the success of our company. We provide learning opportunities that support you in developing skills and competencies at each stage of your career at Canfor. We offer competitive compensation and industry leading benefits to best support our employees and their families.

Join us today and together, we can build a sustainable future.