Merck

Overview

This position offers an exciting opportunity with a rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer, where the Mech. Techn.-Millwright will install, align, and repair various types of machinery under the supervision of the Maintenance and Utilities Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on industrial and utility equipment.
• Dismantle, lay out, move, and install various types of machines, equipment, and vessels.
• Repair equipment by installing bushings, sprockets, bearings, and other components.
• Repair broken parts by welding, brazing, cutting, or spot welding.
• Fabricate new parts for machinery using various welding techniques.
• Operate equipment necessary to core drill or bore masonry and concrete.
• Construct rigging necessary to move equipment.
• Test equipment for pressure leaks and inspect sealing components.
• Install grout, shims, and other materials to set and level equipment.
• Lubricate new or existing equipment upon repair and assembly.
• Participate in HAZOPS, waste walkthroughs, and other training initiatives.
• Prepare labor and material estimates.
• Enter labor hours using the computerized maintenance management system.
• Assist with assigning, scheduling, and prioritizing work order requests.
• Make recommendations and prepare orders for parts and tools.
• Consult with supervision and other mechanics on problem resolution.
• Install and repair vibration analysis parts and record readings.
• Write, execute, and complete safety permits.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and completion of a formal millwright apprentice program.
• Graduate of a recognized trade school with subjects including blueprint reading and welding.
• Three years of recent Industrial or military experience as a millwright or industrial facility mechanic.
• Experience must include installing, repairing, aligning, and inspecting a broad range of industrial machinery.
• Experience must include brazing and welding (gas, heli-arc, and electrical) and rigging.
• Verified Military training equivalent to a recognized trade school or journeyman apprenticeship program.
• Successful completion of the NCCER Industrial Millwright assessment with 7 years of recent experience.
• No formal education with 10+ years of recent experience as a millwright or industrial facility mechanic.

Additional Information

• Employee Status: Regular
• No relocation
• No Travel Required
• Shift: 1st - Day, 2nd - Evening, 3rd - Night
• Job Posting End Date: 10/30/2026