The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the future of sustainable lumber with next-generation sawmill technology. We design and operate state-of-the-art modular sawmills that produce high-grade dimensional wood products with greater efficiency and less waste. Backed by leading investors including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter Capital, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital.
The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is seeking a skilled and experienced Millwright to support maintenance and mechanical operations at our New Albany facility. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety across the site. The Millwright will work closely with the Mill Manager, Maintenance Lead and engineering and production teams to minimize downtime and uphold operational standards. This is a full-time, hourly position that plays a critical role in the reliability and success of TLM’s manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Support and execute equipment repairs, which includes reading blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings.
Maintenance of pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers & chains, bearings and hydraulics involved in the manufacturing process.
Undertake preventative maintenance program for equipment.
Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of equipment and machinery.
Repair and assemble hydraulic equipment and cylinders.
Verify and document repairs made.
Qualifications:
5 years of previous maintenance experience
Be able to use supply room and cross-reference parts and specify parts
Competent in reading blueprints and schematics
Competent in cutting and welding in all positions
Competent in all type bearing installations and alignments
Competent in use of lubricants
Competent with all type power transmission components and troubleshooting
Be able to figure drive ratios
Competent in troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Be able to rebuild hydraulic and pneumatic components
Be able to wire motors
Be able to use multimeter to take readings
Cut keyway in shaft
Be able to pass a cutting and welding test (flat, overhead, vertical, and horizontal).
High school diploma or GED preferred
Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays as required
Work Environment:
This role involves working outdoors and requires physical activity, including lifting and operating heavy equipment in varying weather conditions. The Outbound Lead must also be comfortable working in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting.
Work Location: Northeast Mississippi
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:
100% employer-paid health coverage for employees and dependents (medical, dental, and vision)
100% employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Paid time off and company holidays
The opportunity to help build something from the ground up in an essential, evolving industry
Join our team as we modernize timber from forest to finished product.
The Lumber Manufactory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- 5 years of previous maintenance experience
- Competent in reading blueprints and schematics
- Competent in cutting and welding in all positions (flat, overhead, vertical, horizontal)
- Able to pass a cutting and welding test (flat, overhead, vertical, and horizontal)
- Competent in all type bearing installations and alignments
- Competent in use of lubricants and power transmission components troubleshooting
- Competent troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Be able to rebuild hydraulic and pneumatic components
- Be able to wire motors and use a multimeter to take readings
- Be able to cut keyway in shaft and figure drive ratios
- Be able to use supply room, cross-reference and specify parts
- Operate hoisting and lifting devices for machinery positioning
- Maintenance of pumps, conveyors, compressors, rollers & chains, bearings and hydraulics
- Verify and document repairs made
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays as required
The Lumber Manufactory Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
The Lumber Manufactory is a venture-backed sustainable lumber startup focused on domestic wood processing and supply chain infrastructure. We're building modern manufacturing infrastructure to serve the housing and construction industries while supporting responsible forest management. Our first mill is running successfully and we're actively expanding into the Southeast region. We're backed by Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital. We're solving a real supply chain problem: the US imports roughly one-third of its lumber. We're building mills to change that and become part of national infrastructure around wood processing and domestic supply. It's tied to housing, economic development, and responsible forestry management.
Why Work With Us
You'll work on infrastructure that matters. You see the impact of your work directly. We move fast, we care about excellence, and we're mission-driven. No corporate BS—just smart people solving real problems.
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