About this role
Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our industrial maintenance team. The Maintenance Mechanic plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant operations. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment to minimize downtime and optimize production performance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Troubleshoot, repair, and efficiently set up equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conduct both major and minor equipment adjustments within a reasonable timeframe.
- Perform safe and effective maintenance of plant equipment.
- Ensure all equipment and machinery remain clean and fully operational, adhering to *GMP guidelines* and regulatory standards.
- Accurately complete and submit maintenance reports and records through *MaintainX* for seamless tracking and follow-up.
- Maintain mechanical equipment through both corrective and preventive measures.
- Research, test, and implement improvements to equipment and systems.
- Act as a first responder and verifier in emergency situations.
- Engage in performance management processes to align work activities with company strategic objectives.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid *Skilled Trades License (Millwright)* from Ontario or another Canadian province.
- Minimum 5 *years* of experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance, including equipment setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical education in mechanics or engineering
- *Multi-Craft Maintenance Skills* ? Experience with *hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems*.
- *Predictive & Preventative Maintenance Expertise* ? Familiarity with *CMMS systems* like *MaintainX*, vibration analysis, and thermography.
- *Additional Certifications* ? Such as *Millwright Red Seal Certification*, Welding certifications
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- *Technical Proficiency:* Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical components used in bakeshop and packaging departments, including flow wrappers and metal detectors.
- *Equipment Proficiency:* Skilled in operating and maintaining shop tools such as milling machines, lathes, grinders, drilling machines, and welding equipment.
- *Attention to Detail:* Ability to inspect, maintain, and ensure the efficient operation of equipment while complying with food safety standards.
- *Problem-Solving Ability:* Adept at diagnosing and resolving mechanical and operational issues quickly and effectively.
- *Organizational Skills:* Maintain inventory control and ensure workspace remains clean, orderly, and well-managed.
- *Effective Communication:* Strong written and verbal communication skills to accurately document processes and report issues.
- *Collaboration & Independence:* Capable of working independently with minimal supervision while also thriving in a team-oriented environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to *50 lbs* regularly.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing ladders or stairs.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and equipment.
- *Working at Heights:* May need to work *on elevated platforms* or scaffolding to access high-level machinery or building structures.
- *Exposure to Extreme Temperatures:* Work in varying conditions, including *hot ovens, refrigerated areas, humid environments*, and external building maintenance tasks.
Pay: $41.15 per hour
Benefits
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Work Location: In person