Job Title: Assembly Millwright Department: Manufacturing
Job Status: Full Time Travel Required: None
Revision Date: January 7th, 2026 Reports To: Plant Manager
Direct Reports: None
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the responsibilities of the Assembly Millwright position includes reading work orders, knowledge of and installation of compression fittings, bearing components and couplings. All assembly processes must be assembled and documented in accordance with product specification and production schedules.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
More specifically, the employee will:
- Assembly of conveyor pulley components including couplings, bearings and shaft fittings
- Disassembles and inspects components for service work and reassemble according to job traveler.
- Assist with packaging products for shipping if required
- Assists with machine maintenance if required
- Other duties assigned within relevant expectations of this role
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Read, write and speak English and good math skills. Grade 12 education preferred
- Read and understand shop drawings
- Red Seal Certification an asset
- Knowledge of bearing assembly
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Confined Space training (an asset)
- Forklift experience (Certificate an asset)
- Overhead crane experience (Certificate an asset)
EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS
- Minimum ELT course or equivalent experience
- Knowledge in general hand tools (torque wrenches, feeler gauges, dial indicator)
- Knowledge in safe operation of power tools (grinders, drills,)
- Experience with pillow block bearings an asset
- Working in a production assembly environment an asset
- Operating forklift
- Operating overhead cranes
- Working with a team
- Working alone
COMPETENCIES
To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
- Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
- Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
- Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY
- The noise level in the work environment is LOW to MODERATE.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions.
- Safety glasses, CSA approved steel toed footwear and ear plugs are required when in production areas.
WORK HAZARDS
- Cuts and abrasions
- Falling
- Tripping
- Ergonomic; body strains, sprains and work-related musculoskeletal disorder
- Excessive noise level
- Radiation; ultraviolet (UV), infrared (IR), Gamma (X-ray)
- Burns
- Electrical shock
- Psychological; stress, work shifts, extended work shifts
- Flying foreign particles entering eye
- Chemicals: vapors, fluxes, solvents, silicates, fluorides, metal oxides
- Flammable material, liquids and gases
- Fumes
SAFETY & TRAINING
- Human Resources Orientation
- Payroll & Benefits Orientation
- General Shop Safety Orientation
- Anti Bullying and Harassment Training
- Follow PPI safety rules
- WHMIS
- Operating torches and cutting torches
- Proper use and storage of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
- Lock out procedure
- Respirator optional – Fit test is required and must be clean shaven
- Confined Space procedures
A Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change at any time, with or without prior notice.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations:
Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all employee-owners. We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences, and from members of groups that are underrepresented in the industry. Precision will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Act or other applicable human rights legislation. We encourage applicants and current employee-owners to discuss any potential accommodation needs with Human Resources.
Skills Required
- Read, write, and speak English
- Good math skills
- Read and understand shop drawings
- Minimum ELT course or equivalent experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Knowledge of bearing assembly
- Knowledge of general hand tools, including torque wrenches, feeler gauges, and dial indicators
- Knowledge of safe operation of power tools, including grinders and drills
- Operate forklifts
- Operate overhead cranes
- Work effectively with a team and independently
- Grade 12 education
- Red Seal Certification
- Confined Space training
- Forklift certificate
- Overhead crane certificate
- Experience with pillow block bearings
- Experience in a production assembly environment
What We Do
PPI (Precision Pulley and Idler) is an employee owned company that was founded in 1977 with the goals of providing high-performance conveyor components and competitive pricing, both combined with unparalleled customer service. These goals have not changed over the years, but in fact, have been enhanced. Every PPI employee is involved in the process of putting the customer first. We listen to understand customer needs and know that by responding quickly, we help improve business profitability and potential. New product ideas and product changes are direct results of customer input. The PPI staff of Production, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Customer Service, and Regional Sales People are dedicated to meeting your requirements for quality conveyor components. Our commitment to product performance, competitiveness, and service will continue as we respond to customer requests for the finest conveyor components in the marketplace. Precision Pulley and idler fue fundada en 1977 con la meta de proporcionar componentes de alto rendimiento y a precios competitivos, combinados con un servicio al cliente especial. Estos objetivos no han cambiado con los años, pero de hecho, han mejorado. Hoy, PPI cuenta con mas de 700 empleados globales y 12 plantas manufactureras en los Estados Unidos, así como dos instalaciones internacionales. Cada planta está dedicada a la fabricación de productos específicos y a servir sus clientes de la mejor manera posible. Nuestra promesa es simple: Productos de calidad con un precio competitivo y un servicio al cliente inmejorable para suplir sus necesidades al rededor del mundo con la confianza de tener al equipo PPI trabajando a su lado. Agradecemos su negocio y apoyo. Usted tiene nuestro compromiso de que nuestros objetivos para el rendimiento del producto, la competitividad, y el servicio continuará a medida que respondamos a sus solicitud por mejores componentes de bandas de transporte en el mercado. IMPRESSUM PPI – Precision Pulley & Idler LinkedIn page is a place where fans, including employees, suppliers, customer and others, can participate in an open dialog format. We welcome the exchange of ideas and debate when participants engage respectfully. To maintain a healthy and fun environment PPI will do its best to monitor, moderate, screen and ensure that all posted content is appropriate. The following guidelines are in place to uphold site values and ensure content is suitable for public viewing. Please understand that


