Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic

Columbia Forest Products; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a dynamic role in maintenance and repair within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers a unique 4-days-on, 4-days-off schedule, allowing for a balanced work-life experience. You will be responsible for maintaining various types of machinery and supply systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. Ideal candidates will possess strong mechanical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow detailed instructions. Join a team that values quality and teamwork, and contribute to enhancing workplace efficiency in a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Intermediate mechanical reasoning and mathematical skills are essential.
• Detail-oriented and capable of following detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and service tasks for plant equipment.
• Follow written and verbal job instructions for smooth operations.

Skills

Mechanical Reasoning Skills

Mathematical Skills

Quality Focused

Follows Detailed Instructions

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to read a tape measure

Basic computer literacy

Job description

We are looking for skilled and dedicated individuals to join our team on a 4-days-on, 4-days-off work schedule. This position involves performing a variety of maintenance, repair, and service tasks for plant equipment, including:

• Machinery: Dryers, lathes, clippers, splicers, saws, and mobile equipment.
• Supply Systems: Gas, electric, water, air, waste disposal, and conveyor systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow detailed written and verbal job instructions to ensure smooth operations.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Provide constructive feedback to enhance workplace efficiency and safety.
• Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, featuring:
  • Moving machinery
  • High-speed forklift traffic
  • Seasonal environmental changes

Qualifications

Skills

Required

• Mechanical Reasoning Skills: Intermediate
• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate (ability to add, subtract, multiply)
• Quality Focused: Intermediate
• Follows Detailed Instructions: Advanced
• Problem Solving Skills: Some Knowledge
• Ability to read a tape measure: Some Knowledge
• Basic computer literacy: Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Required

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Preferred

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals