Millwright

Millwright - Ellwood Quality Steels

Build your career with a global leader in high‑quality steel manufacturing.

Ellwood Quality Steels (EQS) is recognized worldwide for producing premium carbon, alloy, stainless, and tool steel ingots. As a family‑owned company with a long‑range vision, we invest heavily in our people, processes, and state‑of‑the‑art equipment. We are searching for skilled Millwrights who take pride in their craft and thrive in a fast‑paced, industrial environment.

If you are a safety‑driven, mechanically skilled professional ready to contribute to a world‑class steelmaking operation, we invite you to join our team.

About the Role

The Millwright plays a critical role in maintaining, repairing, and installing industrial machinery and systems throughout the facility. This position supports daily operations by ensuring equipment reliability and by performing a broad range of mechanical, hydraulic, welding, and crane‑maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and technical diagrams

• Perform maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems

• Apply advanced welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick (including stainless), and gas welding

• Operate mobile equipment safely and effectively

• Conduct routine and preventive crane maintenance using proper safe rigging methods

• Install, align, and maintain gear reductions and motor/reducer couplings

• Work comfortably and safely at heights

• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment

• Collaborate effectively with team members and support cross‑functional operations

• Meet attendance expectations and complete additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Dedication to safe work practices

• High school diploma or GED

• Completion of the EQS in‑house Apprentice Program or minimum 2 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial setting (steelmaking experience strongly preferred)

• Ability to pass written, blueprint, hydraulic, and welding assessments

• Valid driver's license preferred (driving is not an essential job function but license status is monitored per company policy)

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn

What You'll Receive

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Profit Sharing

• 401(k) with outstanding employer match

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Company‑paid Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits

• A work environment focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and employee development

About Ellwood Quality Steels

EQS delivers excellence through:

• Family‑owned stability and long-term investment

• Global leadership in high‑quality steel production

• Exceptional responsiveness, flexibility, and commitment to customers

• Highly trained workforce, cutting‑edge technology, and proven methodologies

• A culture where excellence is expected-and achieved-daily

Learn more: www.ellwoodqualitysteels.com

Additional Requirements

Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check and participate in urine and hair‑follicle drug screening as part of our Drug‑Free Workplace Program. Proof of high school diploma or GED required upon hire.

Ellwood Quality Steels is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, welcoming Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans.