About the role
Position Summary JOB DESCRIPTION The job incumbent will ensure the efficiency and reliability of plant assets.
Relationships and Contacts This person reports directly to the Reliability Engineer.
Responsibilities
- Review and update daily downtime reports. Review the reliability schedule on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis while ensuring the adequate maintenance of production equipment fulfills our customer contracts
- Perform and complete Root Cause Analysis on equipment as deemed necessary by Senior Management
- Perform Preventative Maintenance reviews, Bill of Material Reviews and Preventative Maintenance Validations.
- Identify and carryout maintenance personnel and operator-based maintenance trainings.
- Assist in the continuous development of the lubrication program to best practice standards.
- Assist in the continuous development of the Predictive maintenance program.
- Engineer solutions to extend equipment life and reduce downtime
- Work with the maintenance team leaders to improve and understand daily issues related to the maintenance department
- Work with each department prior to making decision that will affect all area in the plant
- Monitor and identify problem areas in the facility prior to a breakdown
- Assist in the research and implementation of new equipment
- Work closely with the Engineering and Maintenance Manager on the annual budget for training, new equipment installations, and upgrades to existing equipment. Update Key Performance Indicators for Maintenance Department
- Ensure relevant preventive maintenance work orders are in place and critical spare parts are available to maintain site operation
- Create stocked material requisitions
- Close completed work orders in CMMS
- Perform applicable food safety duties in the absence of Reliability Engineering Manager
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (EIT/P.Eng)
- 1-2 years experience in a reliability role,
- Problem solving
- Technical skills
- Effective communication skills
- Knowledge of PI
- Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Project)
About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About The Team Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.
We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.
About Cavendish Farms
At Cavendish Farms, we take pride in our deep-rooted heritage and commitment to delivering quality for both consumers and the foodservice industry. As North America’s fourth-largest producer of frozen potato products, we’re constantly innovating and growing. With a focus on top talent and career development, we’re a family-owned company offering rewarding opportunities in an ever-evolving industry. From seed to plate, we bring high-quality potato products to homes and foodservice establishments across North America, with state-of-the-art facilities in Prince Edward Island, North Dakota, Alberta, and Ontario.
About the role
Position Summary JOB DESCRIPTION The job incumbent will ensure the efficiency and reliability of plant assets.
Relationships and Contacts This person reports directly to the Reliability Engineer.
Responsibilities
- Review and update daily downtime reports. Review the reliability schedule on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis while ensuring the adequate maintenance of production equipment fulfills our customer contracts
- Perform and complete Root Cause Analysis on equipment as deemed necessary by Senior Management
- Perform Preventative Maintenance reviews, Bill of Material Reviews and Preventative Maintenance Validations.
- Identify and carryout maintenance personnel and operator-based maintenance trainings.
- Assist in the continuous development of the lubrication program to best practice standards.
- Assist in the continuous development of the Predictive maintenance program.
- Engineer solutions to extend equipment life and reduce downtime
- Work with the maintenance team leaders to improve and understand daily issues related to the maintenance department
- Work with each department prior to making decision that will affect all area in the plant
- Monitor and identify problem areas in the facility prior to a breakdown
- Assist in the research and implementation of new equipment
- Work closely with the Engineering and Maintenance Manager on the annual budget for training, new equipment installations, and upgrades to existing equipment. Update Key Performance Indicators for Maintenance Department
- Ensure relevant preventive maintenance work orders are in place and critical spare parts are available to maintain site operation
- Create stocked material requisitions
- Close completed work orders in CMMS
- Perform applicable food safety duties in the absence of Reliability Engineering Manager
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (EIT/P.Eng)
- 1-2 years experience in a reliability role,
- Problem solving
- Technical skills
- Effective communication skills
- Knowledge of PI
- Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Project)
About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About The Team Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.
We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.
About Cavendish Farms
At Cavendish Farms, we take pride in our deep-rooted heritage and commitment to delivering quality for both consumers and the foodservice industry. As North America’s fourth-largest producer of frozen potato products, we’re constantly innovating and growing. With a focus on top talent and career development, we’re a family-owned company offering rewarding opportunities in an ever-evolving industry. From seed to plate, we bring high-quality potato products to homes and foodservice establishments across North America, with state-of-the-art facilities in Prince Edward Island, North Dakota, Alberta, and Ontario.