Millwright & Welder

Baker Commodities Inc.; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Millwright & Welder to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will perform essential maintenance and repair tasks in a rendering plant, ensuring safe and efficient operations. You will work with various materials, including steel and aluminum, and be responsible for repairing and maintaining critical systems. This position offers a competitive signing bonus, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a company that values quality and innovation. If you have a passion for hands-on work and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Paid Medical Coverage

Paid Dental Coverage

Paid Vision Coverage

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Sick Time Off

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance and welding is essential.
• Must possess own tools for the job.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and cutting on various metals including steel and aluminum.
• Repair and maintain motors, pumps, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Welding

Industrial Maintenance

Pipefitting

Plumbing

Heavy Equipment Handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Millwright & Welder role at Baker Commodities Inc.

Perform maintenance repair in the rendering plant and facility in a safe and efficient manner as directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus! (paid in installments over the first 15 months)
• Paid medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Retirement plan available

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform welding and cutting on steel, stainless steel and aluminum
• Must be familiar with safe work practices including but not limited to, lock out tag out, confined space entry, ladder and climbing safety, hot works, etc.
• Repair pipefitting and plumbing
• Repair and replace motors and gear drives
• Repair, rebuild and replace pumps
• Repair high pressure hydraulics, compressed air and steam systems
• Perform general cleaning and painting
• Lift, move and rig heavy/awkward equipment
• Repair, maintain and assist in the operations of waste water, air pollution systems and feed department
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time as business needs evolve over time.

Requirements

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance/repair and welding
• Must have own tools
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Less than 5% travel requirement

Physical Demands/Requirements

Constantly (over 2/3)

• Lifting and moving of heavy/awkward equipment with and without specialized lifting, moving and rigging equipment
• Communicates with staff verbally and in writing
• Observes and detects equipment and material in need of repair
• Use of hand tools and power tools
• Moving across wet slippery surfaces
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures

Frequently (1/3-2/3)

• Lifting and or rigging over 70 pounds
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Occasionally (under 1/3)

• Operate powered industrial vehicles including fork trucks or man lifts
• Work in confined spaces; must be able to position self to perform duties around industrial equipment and materials

About Baker Commodities, Inc.

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world's premier rendering companies.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.