The Opportunity:
The Millwright apprentice will work closely with various mentors and subject matter experts within the Maintenance Department to diligently hone skills required to successfully complete and pass the Provincial certification exam.  As part of Maple Leaf Food’s Maintenance team, the individual will be responsible for maintaining and servicing equipment used in the facility for the daily production of our products. Furthermore, they will ensure safe plant operations and a safe working environment for all employees.
Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:
•Must be able to install, troubleshoot, and repair complex production equipment with supervision
•Enhance equipment performance, recommending improvements and implementing.
•Must be able to troubleshoot and identify mechanical problems
•Operate production equipment and check performance as required
•Strong on PM (preventative maintenance) procedures in a 24 hour/day operation
•Ensure all job-related operations are in compliance with GMPs, HACCP, WHMIS and health & safety requirements.
Required to support members of the Maintenance team on a host of projects throughout the facility.
• Demonstrate competency in approaching matters of preventative maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, mechanical systems and coordination of work and required resources.
• Must fulfil all areas delineated by the competency guidebook provided by the Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities.
• Attend day release schooling over a span of several years in order to achieve all academic requirements to write certification exam within allotted timeframe.
• Adhere to all safety policies, practices, procedures at all times.
•Perform other duties as assigned
What You’ll Bring: Must presently be enrolled with the Ontario College of Trades as an apprentice, possessing a valid training agreement and affiliated contract agreement number. Must have some hand tools, Knowledge of plant and equipment operations Ability to organize and plan daily tasks with supervision. Ability to work in a team based environment. Good mathematical, analytical and problem solving skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Must be capable of passing all related testing and maintaining required course average.
• Must be able to travel to attend school placement and training offsite.
• Grade 12 Ontario Secondary School Diploma or GED (proof required at time of application).
• Superior attendance and performance record. Available for weekend overtime as production demands require Able to lift up to 60lbs Standing & walking 95% of the time
About Us:
We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth. We are carbon neutral. We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets. We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025. We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.
A diverse and inclusive work environment
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.
We embrace a strong, values-based culture
Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment. Doing What’s Right Shared Value High Performance Diverse and Inclusive Teams Disciplined Decision Making Our Accountability Intense Curiosity Transparency and Humility We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.