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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Apprentice or Industrial Electrician Apprentice @ PIL

Collingwood, Ontario, CAOnsiteFull-time
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Essential Functions:

• Assist licensed tradespersons in troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment.

• Participate in preventative maintenance activities on production equipment and facility systems.

• Learn to diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related issues.

• Assist with installation and maintenance of motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, sensors, robots, and associated equipment.

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.

• Support emergency breakdown response activities

• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately.

• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Attend required apprenticeship training and progress through apprenticeship levels.

• Follow all safety procedures and company standards.

• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Reliability and Continuous Improvement Responsibilities:

• Learn and participate in Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.

• Assist in identifying chronic equipment failures and recurring downtime issues.

• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5 Why investigations, and corrective action activities.

• Support condition-based maintenance inspections including vibration, temperature, lubrication, and visual equipment checks.

• Learn precision maintenance practices including alignment, torque control, lubrication excellence, and equipment inspections.

• Assist in maintaining accurate asset history and work order documentation within SAP PM or CMMS systems.

• Participate in equipment reliability improvement projects aimed at reducing technical downtime and increasing plant yield.

• Develop an understanding of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and how maintenance activities impact production performance.

• Support defect elimination initiatives and continuous improvement projects across the plant.

• Build technical skills in PLC troubleshooting, automation systems, sensors, drives, and industrial controls under supervision.

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Safety Focus

• Learning Agility

• Teamwork & Collaboration

Qualifications Required:

• Registered Ontario Apprentice (433A Millwright or 442A Industrial Electrician).

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

• Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial maintenance

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including days and nights.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

• Must maintain apprenticeship registration with Skilled Trades Ontario.

Career Progression:

• Successful completion of apprenticeship requirements may lead to qualification as:

• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) - 433A

• Industrial Electrician – 442A

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