Jones Lumber Company is currently seeking qualified Millwright to join their Natchez, MS sawmill operations team.
The mission of the Jones Lumber Millwright team is to create value by safely troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on all equipment maximizing uptime, quality, and productivity. This is accomplished by a thorough understanding of safe work practices and the troubleshooting and maintenance of all mill equipment.
Responsibilities
Perform preventative maintenance as scheduledInstall, transfer and/or repair machinery with the proper tools and equipmentRoutinely inspect mill machinery to ensure that it is in proper running orderReport any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor with a plan to repair or replaceFollow all area and machine specific safety regulations and wear all required personal protective equipmentFollow all other safety regulation as set forth by companyComplete all daily reports as assigned by supervisorAdditional tasks as they are assigned by members of management.Qualifications
High School Diploma or EquivalentKnowledge of tools and machines, including their designs and usesWelding and Fabrication experienceRolling Stock Equipment experience (Recommended)Proven Problem Solving skillsEnthusiasm for being part of a team and working in a team oriented environmentSelf-motivated and forward thinking, resourceful and willing to take initiativeAbility to work in a fast paced environment; energetic and drivenAbility to understand and follow oral and written instructionsPhysical Requirements
Ability to lift 50 poundsAbility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legsAbility to exert muscle force in repeated or continuous motion for long periodsAbility to stand for an extended period of timeBenefits
MedicalPrescription Drug CoverageDentalVisionEmployer Paid Group Life/AD&DEmployer Paid Short-Term DisabilityVoluntary Long-Term DisabilityVoluntary Life/AD&DVoluntary AccidentVoluntary CancerVoluntary Critical IllnessEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Account401(k) Retirement Plan and Employer Match*Pre-employment drug screen and background check required