American Colloid Company a Minerals Technologies Company

Position: Maintenance Millright

Location: North America | USA | Gascoyne, ND

The Gascoyne Plant is a leading supplier of Leonardite, to industrial and consumer markets globally.

Critical features of this job are described under the headings that follow.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary (essential) duty satisfactorily.

Job Summary: We are looking for a highly skilled and safety-conscious Maintenance Millwright to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial machinery and mechanical equipment to ensure smooth and efficient plant operations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, align, dismantle, and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot mechanical systems and components to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices such as cranes, jacks, and forklifts.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair work.
• Collaborate with other trades and departments to ensure minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance.

OE/Lean:

Support and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by applying OE/Lean principles to daily work, identifying waste, and participating in problem-solving initiatives

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• High school diploma or equivalent; Millwright certification or apprenticeship preferred.
• Proven experience as a millwright or industrial mechanic in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong mechanical/Electrical aptitude and knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Note: Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.

Travel:
• Very Little to None

Working Conditions:
• Employees working in our mineral processing and manufacturing facility can expect a dynamic industrial environment that emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork. The facility transforms raw minerals extracted from mines into high-quality finished products used across various industries.

Work Hours:
• 8-12 hour work days, 5-6 days a week depending on demand

Wage: Depending on Experience

Safety: 

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture by following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and hazard assessments.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents promptly.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety standards.

Take ownership of safety in your work area and encourage safe practices among team

American Colloid Company a Minerals Technologies Company (ACC-MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services.  MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world. The company reported global sales of $2.1 billion in 2024. 

MTI is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees. In our offices around the world, our differences are respected and valued as essential to MTI’s continued growth and innovation. Our goal is to ensure that all employees at MTI experience our workplace as a welcoming and respectful environment where they can achieve their full potential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Health/Dental/Vision plans
• 401k company match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Plan

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