Millwright Laborer - Food Processing Pant

upchurch

Jackson, TN

Estimated pay: Est. $24–$33/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)

Shift: Full time

**Company Overview**

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Upchurch is a **rapidly growing**, full-service building engineering company providing **mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services** across the southeastern United States. **Founded in 1970** and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both **organic expansion and strategic acquisitions**, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—**helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan**.

**Millwright – Food Processing Plant**

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**Position Summary**

Upchurch is seeking an experienced and dependable **Millwright** **Laborer** to support mechanical maintenance and repair operations within a food processing and manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial machinery and mechanical equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with industrial equipment, strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to perform maintenance and repairs in an active production environment. This role requires a strong commitment to workplace safety, equipment reliability, food safety standards, and minimizing production downtime.

**Essential Duties**

• **Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair** industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, including conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and drive systems, to maintain reliable plant operations.
• **Perform preventive and corrective maintenance** on production equipment to reduce unexpected breakdowns, extend equipment life, and minimize production downtime.
• **Install, assemble, align, and adjust** machinery and mechanical components using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and manufacturer specifications to ensure proper equipment operation.
• **Diagnose mechanical failures** involving belts, chains, bearings, shafts, couplings, and other mechanical components to identify root causes and complete effective repairs.
• **Read and interpret** mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, schematics, and technical specifications to accurately perform installations, adjustments, and repairs.
• **Support production operations** by responding to equipment breakdowns, performing timely repairs, and coordinating with plant personnel to restore equipment functionality.
• **Follow established safety and sanitation procedures**, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), personal protective equipment (PPE), and applicable food safety requirements, to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• **Document maintenance activities**, equipment repairs, and identified deficiencies while communicating equipment conditions and repair needs to supervisors and plant personnel.

**Qualification Requirements**

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.*

**Minimum Qualifications**

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial mechanical maintenance, millwright work, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, including motors, pumps, conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, belts, chains, and drive assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and safe equipment maintenance practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required by plant operations.

**Preferred Qualifications**

• Previous experience working as a Millwright or Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in a food processing, packaging, or manufacturing facility.
• Experience maintaining and repairing food production and packaging equipment.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food processing sanitation requirements.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience performing mechanical alignment, equipment installation, and machinery rebuilds.
• Basic welding, fabrication, and metalworking experience.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Millwright certification, industrial maintenance training, or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program.

**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment failures.
• Knowledge