About the role
At CannaPiece, we believe that each employee is a key factor in our success. We are proud of what we do and are excited to be expanding our team.
You would be joining a growing and exciting industry in which we plan to play a significant role. Regardless of which department of our team that you work for, you are part of the entire team, and your contribution will be a key factor for our overall success.
Our company has been built on the philosophy of helping others and supporting the people and communities who have built and maintain the strength of our industry. We are looking for the best and brightest to join our talented team and be part of a challenging and rewarding experience at CannaPiece.
Job Title: Packaging Mechanic
Location: Pickering, ON
Work Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday to Friday
About the role:
The Senior Packaging Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of an automation management program that ensures the reliability, safety, and efficiency of packaging machinery, conveyors, HMIs, and related systems. This role manages preventive maintenance, inspections, life-cycle requirements, and compliance with health, safety, GPP, SOPs, and industry regulations. The position includes supervision of troubleshooting and repair activities, vendor and contractor management to drive cost savings and timely delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the development and implementation of an automation management program, including preventive maintenance, inspections, and life-cycle requirements.
- Supervise operation, troubleshooting, and repair of automated packaging machinery, conveyors, HMIs, and related systems.
- Conduct and document regular inspections, ensuring compliance with health, safety, GPP, SOPs, and industry codes.
- Manage contractor and vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts to optimize cost savings and delivery.
- Coordinate and monitor activities of contract suppliers, review service contracts, and verify contractor work and invoicing against contract terms.
- Prepare, track, and monitor automation expenses and payments.
- Generate and present regular reports and reviews on automation expenditures, contracts, and equipment performance.
- Work with the compliance team to ensure equipment meets client specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate and ensure new equipment supports current and future production and infrastructure needs.
- Partner with Operations to identify process improvement opportunities, assess risks, and oversee implementation of recommendations.
- Guide and oversee documentation workflows for automation maintenance, record-keeping, and compliance tracking.
Job Requirements:
- College diploma or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
- 4+ years of automation experience in cannabis, pharmaceutical, food, or other regulated industries.
- Proven expertise in automation systems, packaging machinery, conveyors, and HMI-based equipment.
- Demonstrated experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and budget oversight.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to supervise staff and coordinate external contractors.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with a track record of improving equipment reliability and performance.
- Strong understanding of compliance standards and ability to collaborate with regulatory teams.
Must be willing to undergo a background check in accordance with local laws and regulations. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through the Cannapiece Career Portal. Please note that only applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted for an interview.
CannaPiece expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that CannaPiece reflects the communities and customers that we serve.
CannaPiece is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage women, minorities, indigenous peoples, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
CannaPiece is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodation may be provided in all parts of the hiring process.
Message from Employer regarding use of AI in the recruitment process: Our applicant tracking system does provide a rating for each application received for a job posting. However, CannaPiece has determined that this rating does not provide an accurate depiction of a candidate's suitability for a role and each application is reviewed on its merit. No additional AI is used in the recruitment process.
Posting Date: August 29, 2025
About Cannapiece
CannaPiece Corp has an extensive reach in the Canadian market, located strategically in the Greater Toronto Area with the ability to distribute nationally. CannaPiece Corp is a market-leading contract manufacturer supporting the Canadian Cannabis industry. Using innovative technologies and expert processing techniques, we design solutions for licensed producers who are looking for high quality cannabinoid-based oils and derivatives, as well as packaging and distribution systems.
About the role
At CannaPiece, we believe that each employee is a key factor in our success. We are proud of what we do and are excited to be expanding our team.
You would be joining a growing and exciting industry in which we plan to play a significant role. Regardless of which department of our team that you work for, you are part of the entire team, and your contribution will be a key factor for our overall success.
Our company has been built on the philosophy of helping others and supporting the people and communities who have built and maintain the strength of our industry. We are looking for the best and brightest to join our talented team and be part of a challenging and rewarding experience at CannaPiece.
Job Title: Packaging Mechanic
Location: Pickering, ON
Work Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday to Friday
About the role:
The Senior Packaging Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of an automation management program that ensures the reliability, safety, and efficiency of packaging machinery, conveyors, HMIs, and related systems. This role manages preventive maintenance, inspections, life-cycle requirements, and compliance with health, safety, GPP, SOPs, and industry regulations. The position includes supervision of troubleshooting and repair activities, vendor and contractor management to drive cost savings and timely delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the development and implementation of an automation management program, including preventive maintenance, inspections, and life-cycle requirements.
- Supervise operation, troubleshooting, and repair of automated packaging machinery, conveyors, HMIs, and related systems.
- Conduct and document regular inspections, ensuring compliance with health, safety, GPP, SOPs, and industry codes.
- Manage contractor and vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts to optimize cost savings and delivery.
- Coordinate and monitor activities of contract suppliers, review service contracts, and verify contractor work and invoicing against contract terms.
- Prepare, track, and monitor automation expenses and payments.
- Generate and present regular reports and reviews on automation expenditures, contracts, and equipment performance.
- Work with the compliance team to ensure equipment meets client specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate and ensure new equipment supports current and future production and infrastructure needs.
- Partner with Operations to identify process improvement opportunities, assess risks, and oversee implementation of recommendations.
- Guide and oversee documentation workflows for automation maintenance, record-keeping, and compliance tracking.
Job Requirements:
- College diploma or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
- 4+ years of automation experience in cannabis, pharmaceutical, food, or other regulated industries.
- Proven expertise in automation systems, packaging machinery, conveyors, and HMI-based equipment.
- Demonstrated experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and budget oversight.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to supervise staff and coordinate external contractors.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with a track record of improving equipment reliability and performance.
- Strong understanding of compliance standards and ability to collaborate with regulatory teams.
Must be willing to undergo a background check in accordance with local laws and regulations. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through the Cannapiece Career Portal. Please note that only applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted for an interview.
CannaPiece expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that CannaPiece reflects the communities and customers that we serve.
CannaPiece is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage women, minorities, indigenous peoples, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
CannaPiece is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodation may be provided in all parts of the hiring process.
Message from Employer regarding use of AI in the recruitment process: Our applicant tracking system does provide a rating for each application received for a job posting. However, CannaPiece has determined that this rating does not provide an accurate depiction of a candidate's suitability for a role and each application is reviewed on its merit. No additional AI is used in the recruitment process.
Posting Date: August 29, 2025
About Cannapiece
CannaPiece Corp has an extensive reach in the Canadian market, located strategically in the Greater Toronto Area with the ability to distribute nationally. CannaPiece Corp is a market-leading contract manufacturer supporting the Canadian Cannabis industry. Using innovative technologies and expert processing techniques, we design solutions for licensed producers who are looking for high quality cannabinoid-based oils and derivatives, as well as packaging and distribution systems.