The following are essential duties and responsibilities for this position:

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas. Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements. Ensure all work aligns with HACCP, WHMIS, and other regulatory and safety standards. Install, troubleshoot, and repair complex production equipment with minimal supervision to ensure continuous and efficient operations. Operate and monitor production machinery, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to quality standards. Execute comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan. Interpret and respond to oral and written work requests, applying effective corrective actions in a timely manner. Complete and document work orders, inventory usage, and labor hours using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings. Perform machining and fabrication tasks to support equipment repairs, modifications, and performance upgrades. Recommend and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency. Perform additional maintenance-related duties as required to support plant operations.

 

Skills/Qualifications:

Registered 4th Year Millwright Apprentice or holder of a valid Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Journeyperson Certificate. Strong mechanical knowledge, including power transmission, pneumatics, and hydraulics. Familiarity with a wide range of industrial equipment, including: Conveyors, pumps, compressors, and fans Stationary engines, grinders, and welding equipment Electrical/electronic control systems Lathes, machining tools, and high-speed packaging machinery Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality. Physically capable of performing tasks involving heavy lifting. Basic computer skills and effective communication abilities

 

Education and Experience:

Journeyman License Electrician or Millwright (Dual Ticket – Electrician/Millwright an asset) Registered 4th Year Millwright Apprentice or holder of a valid Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Journeyperson Certificate. 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is an asset. Line maintenance within a food and beverage production environment preferred

 

Working Conditions:

Physical-Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight. Visual/Sensory-This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time. Work environment- Work and environment are very repetitive. Mental Stress- There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands.