Millwright

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Millwright to join our Kaufman Manufacturing team. This essential role involves building, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing Kaufman Rotary Transfer machinery to ensure optimal operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to maintenance and repair tasks. As a key contributor, you will help uphold safety standards while delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced industrial environment. Travel is a requirement. 95% of travel is in the United States.

Duties

• Build, install, align, and troubleshoot machinery using precision measuring instruments and schematics to ensure proper operation.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment such as conveyors, pumps, motors, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems using electrical blueprint reading, schematics, multimeters (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter), and other diagnostic tools.
• Perform equipment repairs including welding, electrical diagnostics, hydraulic repairs, pneumatic system troubleshooting, and mechanical adjustments.
• Use programmable logic controllers for troubleshooting automation issues and ensuring machinery functions correctly.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities for tracking and scheduling purposes.
• Support industrial electrician tasks involving low voltage and high voltage electrical systems while adhering to safety protocols.
• Assist with technical sales support by providing insights on equipment capabilities and repair solutions when needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards by following lockout/tagout procedures and maintaining a clean work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in manufacturing facilities or industrial environments with a focus on machinery maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Hands-on experience with industrial electrician tasks including electrical diagnostics, blueprint reading, wiring, and electrical maintenance.
• Ability to read schematics, technical manuals, and engineering drawings accurately.
• Skilled in welding techniques for equipment repair or fabrication tasks.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters for accurate diagnostics.
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and automation troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent analysis skills combined with customer service orientation when interacting with internal teams or external vendors.