Millwright - Intern

Job DetailsJob Location: Lyons, OR 97358Position Type: InternshipJob Category: Skilled Labor - Trades      Job Title: Millwright Intern        Branch: Plywood and Veneer Manufacturing        Report To: Maintenance Supervisor        Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week        Status: Internship        Wage: $21.54        Date:  OPEN      JOB SUMMARY   Freres Engineered Wood is offering two Summer Internship positions in the Fabrication Shop. These internships provide an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with industrial wood manufacturing equipment and other related processes. The first position will focus on participating in all aspects of fabrication and gaining insight into how fabricated parts are used across different departments. The second position will involve inventorying, labeling, data entry, organizing, and other supporting tasks. Depending on skills and knowledge exhibited, there may be opportunities for additional work within the Fabrication and Machine shop for both positions.     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Learn and assist in reading technical drawings for fabrication of industrial wood manufacturing equipment. Perform and assist in material layout using framing squares, combination squares, tape measurers, and levels. Operate tools and machinery including bandsaws, plasma cutters, CNC plasma cutting table, and more. Learn to work with a variety of materials including metal, wood, plastic, and plexiglass.  Assist with the assembly and fabrication of large industrial machinery like conveyors, stairs, and augers. Practice welding skills in multiple processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW). Develop skills in pipe welding for hydraulic systems and the layout and installation of hydraulic piping. Assist with equipment removal and installation, including chippers, conveyors robots, etc. Learn about mill production and efficiency improvements. Use tape measures to take accurate measurements as needed for tasks. Participate in all fabrication processes and understand how parts are used in other departments such as rolling stock and machinery· perform data entry, and assist with organization tasks. May perform additional work experience based on skills and needs. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS   · Basic computer skills required. · Valid driver’s license preferred, but not required. · Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn. · Ability to work well in a team and follow safety protocols. · Willingness to learn different skills and apply them in various contexts.   OUR COMPANY   Freres Engineered Wood, formerly known as Freres Lumber Co., Inc. was established in 1922 in Lyons, Oregon as a family-owned and operated wood products manufacturing business. Three generations of family management have led the Company’s veneer and plywood manufacturing facilities to sustain in the Santiam Canyon and we are committed to operating for another 100+ years. We operate six processing plants, including a small log veneer plant, large log veneer plant, veneer drying facility, plywood plant and cogeneration facility. We are dedicated to reinvesting in our modern manufacturing facilities, providing high-quality wood products, and providing family wage jobs within our communities. We specialize in creating the highest quality wood products, from raw log to finished products, including: hog fuel, bark fines, chips, shavings, specialty veneer, grade lumber, high-quality sheathing grade plywood and even electricity. Our passion for continuous improvement aligned with our innovative approach to manufacturing has led us to become the sole producer and developer of a unique, patented wood product, the Mass Ply Panel. If you have growth mindset and thrive under pressure, you’re probably a great fit for our team!