Industrial Millwright Mechanic

BPC Plywood

Bessemer, MI

Pay: $26-$30/hr

**Industrial Millwright Mechanic — Bessemer, MI**

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Imagine starting your day walking the production floor, eyes and ears tuned to the hum of equipment you know inside and out. You spot small issues before they become big ones, align complex machinery with precision, and keep our operation moving safely and smoothly. If that sounds like your kind of day, you’ll thrive here.

**A Day in the Life**

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• **Morning:** Conduct safety checks and routine inspections, lock out/tag out where needed, and tackle scheduled preventive maintenance to keep uptime high.
• **Midday:** Install, align, and when necessary, dismantle machinery using proper rigging and lifting techniques. Collaborate with teammates to return equipment to service quickly and safely.
• **Afternoon:** Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues. Document repairs and maintenance activities accurately and keep your work area organized.
• **Throughout the day:** Share know-how with junior techs and apprentices, and contribute ideas that drive continuous improvement across the facility.

**What You’ll Be Responsible For**

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• Performing routine maintenance and repairs on plant machinery and equipment.
• Installing, aligning, and dismantling machinery as operational needs evolve.
• Troubleshooting mechanical problems and implementing effective fixes.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed and parts used.
• Partnering with peers to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
• Following safety protocols and sustaining a clean, orderly workspace.
• Supporting the development of junior team members and apprentices.
• Engaging in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.

**What You Bring**

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• High school diploma or equivalent; a technical degree or certification is a plus.
• Hands-on experience as a Millwright or Maintenance Technician.
• Strong mechanical aptitude paired with proven troubleshooting ability.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics.
• Clear communicator and collaborative team player.
• Flexibility to work variable hours and overtime when required.
• A steadfast commitment to safety and quality standards.

**Your Technical Strengths**

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• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Pneumatics troubleshooting
• Maintenance and repair
• Heavy material handling
• Rigging and load handling
• Equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Mechanical systems and component repair
• Crane and lifting equipment systems
• Aerial and utility equipment systems
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Equipment repair and maintenance
• Machine safety inspections
• Manual machining
• Basic computer skills

**Equipment You’ll Work With**

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• Conveyor Systems

If you’re passionate about maintaining complex machinery and enjoy a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.