Assistant Millwright - 1st Shift
PL Developments
Summary
Assistant Millwright supports the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and alignment of manufacturing and facility equipment. Working under the guidance of experienced Millwrights and Maintenance Technicians, this position assists with preventive maintenance activities, equipment repairs, machinery installations, and facility improvement projects while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
Job description
Summary
Assistant Millwright supports the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and alignment of manufacturing and facility equipment. Working under the guidance of experienced Millwrights and Maintenance Technicians, this position assists with preventive maintenance activities, equipment repairs, machinery installations, and facility improvement projects while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment and production machinery.
- Support troubleshooting efforts on pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, fans, and other plant equipment.
- Assist with machinery alignment, leveling, and precision measurements.
- Perform preventive maintenance (PM) tasks as assigned.
- Help disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble mechanical equipment.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments safely and effectively.
- Support welding, fabrication, and pipefitting tasks as directed.
- Assist with equipment moves, rigging, lifting, and machinery installations.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders in the CMMS system.
- Keep work areas clean and organized in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
- Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE requirements, confined space procedures, and safe lifting practices.
- Work closely with Maintenance Technicians and Contractors to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
- Participate in training programs to develop advanced millwright and maintenance skills.
- Work independently only on assigned tasks within demonstrated competency and authorization.
- Seek guidance from supervising Millwright, Maintenance Technician, or Facility Manager when work exceeds training, requires additional authorization, or presents an unfamiliar hazard.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and more with assistance.
- Ability to work at heights using ladders, lifts, and platforms.
- Ability to work in varying temperature conditions within a manufacturing environment, indoors and outdoors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical school training in Industrial Maintenance, Millwright, Mechanical Systems, or related field a plus
- 3 years of industrial maintenance, mechanical, construction, or manufacturing experience a plus
- Experience using hand and power tools preferred
- Basic understanding of mechanical systems and equipment
- Ability to learn/interpret work instructions
- Basic knowledge of industrial environments
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills a plus
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Group Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Corporate Discount Program
Company overview
PL Developments is a leading American manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Westbury, New York. The company operates more than 1 million square feet of state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities across the United States, with operations in Miami, Florida; Clinton, South Carolina; Los Angeles, California; and Westbury, New York. PL Developments specializes in producing private label store brand equivalents for major national retailers, offering over 450 unique products across multiple healthcare categories including pain relief, cough and cold medications, digestive health items, vitamins and supplements, and diagnostic products. The company employs approximately 1,100 people and maintains strict FDA compliance and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) across all its facilities. PL Developments serves nearly every major retailer in the United States, including Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Target, Costco, and Dollar General, providing high-quality, affordable alternatives to national brand products. The company has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including Aaron Industries for liquid dose products and Health-Chem Diagnostics for point-of-care diagnostic products, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution provider in the consumer healthcare market.