Millwright / Mechanic

Cascades; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

12 hour swing shift

Group insurance

Employer-contributed retirement plan

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cascades seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in our Niagara Falls mill to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic and mechanical equipment across the production lines. You’ll diagnose issues, perform preventative maintenance, and install components to keep the paper mill running safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in industrial maintenance with hands-on hydraulic troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on hydraulic troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic power systems, pumps, valves, cylinders, accumulators, and fluid power principles.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Experience rebuilding hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and valves.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic, mechanical, and lubrication systems throughout the paper mill.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, hydraulic power units, and associated control systems.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment drawings.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment, using HYDAC or similar troubleshooting equipment.
• Install, rebuild, and maintain hydraulic pumps, valves, and cylinders.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and support emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
• Conduct inspections and identify equipment deficiencies before failures occur.
• Work closely with operations personnel to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately and timely.
• Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HYDAC equipment

Hydraulic pumps

Hydraulic valves

Hydraulic cylinders

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic with strong expertise in hydraulic systems to join our maintenance team in a fast-paced paper manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and installing mechanical and hydraulic equipment throughout the mill to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

This position requires a highly skilled mechanic who can diagnose complex equipment issues, perform preventative maintenance, and work effectively in a continuous manufacturing environment.

What’s in it for you

Taking care of our people is in our nature - so you’ll enjoy:

• Hourly wage starting at $31.80/hr - $40.25/hr (dependant on experience and education)
• Full-time position with guaranteed hours for job stability
• Schedule 12 hour swing shift
• A full range of benefits: group insurance, telemedicine, and an employer-contributed retirement plan
• Profit sharing and employee share purchase plan - so you can share in our success
• Employee assistance program, because your physical and mental well-being matters
• Referral bonus - help grow the team and get rewarded

This position requires a highly skilled mechanic who can diagnose complex equipment issues, perform preventative maintenance, and work effectively in a continuous manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic, mechanical, and lubrication systems throughout the paper mill.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, hydraulic power units, and associated control systems.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment drawings.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment, using HYDAC or similar troubleshooting equipment.
• Install, rebuild, and maintain hydraulic pumps, valves, and cylinders.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and support emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
• Conduct inspections and identify equipment deficiencies before failures occur.
• Work closely with operations personnel to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately and timely.
• Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on hydraulic troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic power systems, pumps, valves (servo and proportional), cylinders, accumulators, and fluid power principles.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Experience rebuilding hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and valves.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment.

Preferred

• Experience in the pulp and paper industry.
• Experience with pneumatic systems and rotating equipment, and electrical control systems (i.e. Rexroth and Siemens DCS)
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies such as vibration analysis and thermography.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and work in confined spaces as required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, noise levels, and industrial conditions.

If you bring the same care to who you are as to what you do, we’d love to meet you!

Cascades values diversity and inclusion and considers all applications equitably. This posting is for an active vacancy within our organization. Artificial intelligence may be used at certain stages of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and the candidate experience.

Since 1964, Cascades has been driving innovation in the manufacturing sector by offering sustainable, innovative, and value‑creating solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recycling.

At Cascades, we respect nature. And above all, we respect our 9,000 employees. With 60facilities across North America, we offer a committed and diverse environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to the company’s success.