Millwright

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The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the sustainable future of the lumber industry with next‑generation sawmill technology. Backed by leading investors, including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital.

TLM is seeking a skilled and experienced Millwright to support maintenance and mechanical operations at our New Albany facility. This full‑time, hourly position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety across the site. The Millwright will work closely with the Mill Manager, Maintenance Lead, and engineering and production teams to minimize downtime and uphold operational standards.

• Support and execute equipment repairs, including reading blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings.
• Maintain pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers & chains, bearings, and hydraulics involved in the manufacturing process.
• Undertake preventative maintenance program for equipment.
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during assembly, installation, set‑up and repair of equipment and machinery.
• Repair and assemble hydraulic equipment and cylinders.
• Verify and document repairs made.

• 5 years of previous maintenance experience.
• Be able to use supply room and cross‑reference parts and specify parts.
• Competent in reading blueprints and schematics.
• Competent in cutting and welding in all positions.
• Competent in all type bearing installations and alignments.
• Competent in use of lubricants.
• Competent with all type power transmission components and troubleshooting.
• Be able to figure drive ratios.
• Competent in troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Be able to rebuild hydraulic and pneumatic components.
• Be able to wire motors.
• Be able to use multimeter to take readings.
• Cut keyway in shaft.
• Be able to pass a cutting and welding test (flat, overhead, vertical, and horizontal).
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays as required.

This role involves working outdoors and requires physical activity, including lifting and operating heavy equipment in varying weather conditions. The Millwright must also be comfortable working in a team‑oriented, fast‑paced setting.

Pay:
The starting hourly wage for this position is $21.63, with potential for higher rate based on relevant experience and demonstrated skills.

• 15 days of paid time off per year (accrued).
• 9 paid company holidays.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (100% employer paid).
• Disability and Life insurance coverage (100% employer paid).

Work Location:

Northeast Mississippi

The Lumber Manufactory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.