Vaagen Brothers Lumber Colville , WA 99114
Posted 2 weeks ago
Millwright 4
Vaagen Bros. Lumber Inc. is a family-owned wood products manufacturer that has operated in northeastern Washington for over 70 years. We heavily believe in continuous improvement and respect for people and are currently in a Lean transformation. We operate sawmills in Colville and Usk, WA. Vaagen Bros. Lumber, Inc. currently employs over 200 employees.
The primary role of the Millwright 4 position is to maintain machine centers and equipment with a continued focus on safety, and productivity. The Company is looking for the highest level skilled Millwrights to join the team. The desirable applicant will have a mindset of constant improvement and willingness to go above and beyond.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Maintain mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, air & conveying systems
Perform all preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and welding repair tasks
Stick welding, electrical, and hydraulic repair
Heavy equipment and machinery repair
Performs mandatory visual inspection of the equipment and facilities before use
Know, Understand, and Apply the Lock-out Tag-out procedures
Maintain lines of communication with other team members
Ensure tools, supplies, and equipment are in their "home locations" at all times
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Learning and applying lean business practices
Fill out a maintenance request and Idea Cards when needed
Other duties as assigned
Millwright Trainee:
Understand machine center risks and safety procedures
Learning the basic skillsets of Millwright trade
Knowledge of inventory locations, service calls, inventory management, and parts
Millwright 1:
Proper use of tools and equipment
Assist in replacing time chains, and bearings
Make hydraulic hoses
Millwright 2:
Identify points of failure and proper replacement procedures
Align sheaves and sprockets
Properly tension drive chains and drive belts
Understand hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
Millwright 3:
Whistle chase, perform repairs, and maintain machine center uptime
Align motors and couplers with a dial indicator
Perform bearing failure report
Splice conveyor belts
Operate lathe, drilling, milling, and key cutting machines
Millwright 4:
Assist in training and mentoring of new employees
Troubleshoot all areas throughout the plant
Set tolerances and load bearings
Set and charge accumulators on hydraulic systems
Read and understand blueprints
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrate problem solving and technical troubleshooting skills
Strong computer, communication, planning and organization skills
Provide necessary tools for repair
Ensure safe work practices & follow safety procedures
Dependable and reliable with a good attendance record
Ability to streamline processes and cut waste within area of responsibility
Lean techniques and experience preferred
Must be 18+ years old to work in an industrial sawmill environment
Must have HS Diploma/GED
Must be able to continuously stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders safely. The weight required to be lifted each normal workday may occasionally exceed fifty (50) pounds at a time
Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. However, having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate you from consideration for the job. Records will be considered based on the requirements of RCW 9.96A.020, RCW 43.43, WAC
Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and pre-employment physical exam
This is a safety sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death
HOURS/DAYS/SCHEDULE:
40+ hours a week
Shift work and/or weekends
Full time
SALARY/WAGE/BENEFITS:
Pay: $28-$34/hr
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Full benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, long term disability and 401k with match
For more information, please visit our website www.vaagenbros.com or our social media platforms.
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Vaagen Brothers Lumber