Weyerhaeuser is seeking a Vibration Technician for our Millport, Alabama Wood Products facility. This is a full-time hourly position reporting to the Maintenance Manager. 

We are seeking an individual who is committed to safety, has a positive attitude, excellent work ethic, and a desire to work in wood products manufacturing. The qualified candidate would have comprehensive knowledge of rotating equipment and vibration analysis, alignment, balancing, non-destructive testing, data assessment, and bearings. This position will help to develop reliability and operational excellence to ensure continuous process improvement, including training individuals on the basics of their skills sets to further develop reliability centered maintenance at each facility.

Key Functions
•    Support the Millport Lumber Mill by consistently improving reliability to meet operational excellence and reliability goals through proven maintenance practices, new technology and innovative thinking
•    Work with a team of electricians and millwrights to troubleshoot and repair complex problems, deliver preventative and routine maintenance on plant equipment, create innovative solutions to complex issues, and work on capital projects
•    Use vibration analysis techniques (non-route analysis; building test points and routes; data collection/analysis) and maintain vibration databases
•    Use alignment techniques (conventional and laser) during equipment setup and trouble-shooting
•    Test equipment through various testing protocol such as resonance testing, magnetic particle and dye penetrant NDT; ultrasonic testing; air flow and particle testing
•    Provide each facility with field balancing including use of dynamic balancing techniques
•    Use knowledge of bearings and gears to provide root cause analysis of failures, designation, application and proper installation
•    Train and develop others in vibration analysis, alignment, balancing, non-destructive testing, data assessment, and bearings
•    Participate in housekeeping safety initiatives, to include exhibiting safe work practices and helping others work safely
•    Utilize our CMMS (SAP) to track and adhere to maintenance best practices
•    Other administrative duties as assigned

•    High School Diploma or GED
•    Must be 18 years or older
•    Successfully complete the APT assessment
•    Formalized/technical training and/or equivalent education/training in Vibration Analysis
•    Level 1 Vibration Analysis Certification
•    Four (4) or more years of experience and/or equivalent education/training in Vibration Analysis 
 
 
Preferred Qualifications

•    Experience using DMS or similar vibration software
•    Experience in vibration, bearings and gear analysis
•    Experience in alignment and balancing
•    Experience with ultrasound and thermography
•    Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical operations (pumps, fans, flows, etc.) and use of technical math skills 
•    Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics 
•    Experience in an industrial setting 
•    Bachelor's or Associates in reliability engineering or related field
•    Level 2 Vibration Analysis Certification
•    Résumé detailing work history and experience

Post Application Requirements

•    Successful completion of pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen

About Wood Products
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. 
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. 

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.