Feed Mill Millwright
Caldwell, ID - USA
Job Summary
The Simplot Company is a diverse privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands phosphate mining fertilizer manufacturing farming ranching and cattle production and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Are you someone who enjoys troubleshooting equipment working with your hands and keeping operations running at their best As a Millwright at Simplot Western Stockmens youll play a critical role in maintaining and repairing equipment facilities and grounds to ensure our feed mill operates safely efficiently and reliably every day.
This position offers a variety of work from equipment repair and preventive maintenance to fabrication projects and facility improvements. Whetheryourean experienced millwright maintenance technician mechanic or someone with strong mechanical aptitude looking to grow your skillswedlove to hear from you.
Day Shift Thursday Friday and Saturday
Enjoy a consistent three-day workweek on a day shift schedule. This position is regularly scheduled forThursday Friday and Saturday providingadditionaldays off during the week while still offering full opportunities to contribute to the team and operations.
- Perform maintenance troubleshooting and repairs on mill equipment and facility systems.
- Operate hand tools power tools and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
- Assist with welding fabrication and equipment modifications as needed.
- Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.
- Maintain augers rollers conveyors grain handling equipment and other mill machinery.
- Support facility and grounds maintenance to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
- Work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and operations team to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
- Follow all company safety procedures and maintenance standards.
- Assist with other maintenance and operational projects as needed.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous maintenance millwright mechanical agricultural equipment industrial maintenance fabrication or related experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of augers rollers conveyors grain handling systems or feed mill operations is a plus.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to safety reliability and quality workmanship.
- Valid drivers license with the ability to maintain driving privileges.
- Ability to read and follow safety guidelines maintenance manuals and operating procedures.
- Basic computer recordkeeping and communication skills.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving measurements fractions and decimals.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize maintenance tasks and respond to equipment issues efficiently.
- Standing and walking for extended periods.
- Frequent use of hands to operate tools and equipment.
- Climbing ladders stairs platforms and working at varying heights.
- Bending kneeling crouching and working in confined spaces as needed.
- Regularly lifting and moving materials and equipment up to 100 pounds with occasional lifting of heavier items.
- Working safely around moving machinery and industrial equipment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Combination of indoor and outdoor work.
- Exposure to changing weather conditions.
- Work around mechanical equipment moving parts dust grain particles and industrial noise.
- Occasional work at elevated heights.
- Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
- Consistentday shift schedule.
- Work in a critical role that keeps operations running smoothly.
- Variety in your day with troubleshooting repairs fabrication and facility improvements.
- Opportunity to build and expand your maintenance and mechanical skills.
- Be part of a team that values safety reliability and continuous improvement.
- Make a direct impact on the success of our operations.
Job Requisition ID:27136
Travel Required:None
Location(s):SWS Retail - Caldwell
Country:United States
**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry age sex gender gender identity gender expression genetic information physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation military or veteran status marital status or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants see the Washington State Attorney Generals Washington Fair Chance Act GuideandRCW 49.94.010 for more information.**
About Company
Learn about the J.R. Simplot Company, including our purpose and core values. A leader in global agriculture, we pioneer sustainable innovations to protect resources and feed a growing population.