What are the responsibilities and job description for the CCF J1 Millwright Maintenance Technician position at Global Cellulose Fibers?
Position Title
J1 Millwright Maintenance Technician (CCF)
Columbus, MS
Pay Rate
$41.17/hour
Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time / Our maintenance technicians generally work a four day 10-hour schedule…Monday through Thursday 7:00am to 5:30pm with every fourth Friday scheduled as an 8-hour day (7:00am-3:30pm).
About The Role
This position supports International Paper’s Columbus Cellulose Fibers (CCF) facility, located in Columbus, Mississippi. CCF is a vital part of IP’s Global Cellulose Fibers Business. This is a J1 level Millwright Maintenance Technician position in an advanced team-based work system. Successful candidates should have the desire and ability to complete scheduled and routine maintenance tasks in a continuous-process industry.
Position Responsibilities
We’re looking for strong multi-skilled candidates with in-depth maintenance knowledge and practical application experience in areas such as:
Required
Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.
Why GCF
Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
We’ve Got You Covered
At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:
Columbus Cellulose Fibers
4335 Carson Road
Columbus, MS 39701
662-243-4000
Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.
J1 Millwright Maintenance Technician (CCF)
Columbus, MS
Pay Rate
$41.17/hour
Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time / Our maintenance technicians generally work a four day 10-hour schedule…Monday through Thursday 7:00am to 5:30pm with every fourth Friday scheduled as an 8-hour day (7:00am-3:30pm).
About The Role
This position supports International Paper’s Columbus Cellulose Fibers (CCF) facility, located in Columbus, Mississippi. CCF is a vital part of IP’s Global Cellulose Fibers Business. This is a J1 level Millwright Maintenance Technician position in an advanced team-based work system. Successful candidates should have the desire and ability to complete scheduled and routine maintenance tasks in a continuous-process industry.
Position Responsibilities
We’re looking for strong multi-skilled candidates with in-depth maintenance knowledge and practical application experience in areas such as:
- Application, installation, and replacement of tapered and straight bore bearings
- Rigging and setting of heavy equipment and machinery
- Precision alignment of equipment and machinery
- Installation and repair of centrifugal process pumps
- Installation and maintenance of mechanical seals
- Installation and repair of mechanical drives, speed reducers, clutches, etc.
- Installation and repair of belt, drag, screw, and other mechanical conveyor systems
- Installation and repair of hydraulic systems and components
- Setting and alignment of large electrical motors
- Installation, repair, and alignment of rotary and centrifugal compressors
- Installation, repair, and alignment of boiler feedwater pumps
- Installation, repair, and alignment of steam turbines and drives
- Installation and repair of agitators and mixers
- Maintenance of high and low pressure steam systems
- Installation and repair of shafts, bearing fits, etc. (light to moderate machining)
- Boring couplings, cutting keyways, etc.
- Heating and cutting with oxy-acetyl torch, including cutting bearings from shafts
- Maintenance repair welding using arc, MIG, and/or TIG processes
- Installation and repair of process piping systems, valves, supports, etc.
- Troubleshooting skills including use of drawings, diagrams, and manuals
- Preventive and predictive maintenance on critical equipment
Required
- Must be at least age 18
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
- Formal technical/trade school training (or equivalent experience) in mechanical maintenance
- Three or more years verifiable industrial experience as a J1 Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Previous multi-skilled maintenance experience
- Must possess high standards in the areas of safety, quality, ethics, craftsmanship, customer focus, and leadership skills.
- Skilled in maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical related equipment and process problems
- Able to work around hazardous chemicals with appropriate personal protective equipment and training.
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and shifts as business needs require.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic Math and Computer Skills.
- Measurable Mechanical Aptitude.
- Motivated to develop career skills.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check.
- Able to lift/handle 50 pounds occasionally and 2 – 20 pounds regularly
- Able to climb steps and ladders, enter small vessels, work from heights, turn large valves, stand or walk for 2 – 3 hours at a time for 10 – 12 hours, work in extreme temperatures (hot/cold) in a noisy environment while wearing all required personal protective equipment.
- Two year Associate Degree in any of the Core Millwright Maintenance skills or related mechanical disciplines. Advanced education preferred
- Prefer industrial experience as a multi-craft technician including welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, pipefitting, and rigging
- Prefer experience in the pulp and paper industry
- Demonstrated leadership skills a plus
- Demonstrated success in an advanced work system
- Demonstrated computer functionality
- Competency with Microsoft Office Software
Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.
Why GCF
Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
We’ve Got You Covered
At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:
- Medical, Dental, Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions
- Paid Time Off
Columbus Cellulose Fibers
4335 Carson Road
Columbus, MS 39701
662-243-4000
Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.
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