We are looking for an experienced mechanical whiz to troubleshoot our high-end machinery and mechanical systems so that our chocolate continues to produce without interruption!

We’re seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team.

At Chewters Chocolates, We Make People Happy by Making Great Chocolate! As Millwright, you will ensure our customers are happy by ensuring production equipment is operating with minimal downtime.

A leading manufacturer of premium chocolates Chewters Chocolates is a fast paced, innovative, quality driven organization where employees are recognized as our biggest asset. Here’s why you should join our team:

• We make great chocolate
• You will be part of a fun and energetic team who is constantly innovating in process and product
• You will constantly grow and develop in your position
• You will receive a competitive compensation package
• Your work environment will be surrounded by wonderful chocolatey aromas
• You will receive an employee discount on great chocolate!
• Did we mention, we make great chocolate!?

Responsibilities:

Maintenance Operation

• Perform as a team member with the maintenance employees who are providing electrical and mechanical maintenance on equipment and building
• Preventive maintenance checks made on each shift as per schedule
• Promptly respond to trouble shoot and repair breakdowns calls and notify shift supervisor if unable to respond
• Be responsible for timely, quality repair and conduct routine preventive maintenance and upgrades as needed to minimize downtime
• Liaise with all departments within the facility

Health & Safety (H&S), Quality Assurance (QA), Safe Quality Food (SQF) and 5S requirements

• Responsible for quality control. No damaged product is sent out. No damaged raw material is accepted in
• Health & Safety compliance in accordance with Company policies
• Demonstrate high standards of work practices, food safety and safety conscious behavior
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs)
• Critical Control Points: ensure proper Allergen Storage is followed
• Conform to all quality standards, knowledge of Quality manual and procedures.
• Ensure that SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards are followed at all times
• Maintain clean work area
• Follow and comply with 5S system (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain)
• Comply with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 3-5 years of experience in a food processing manufacturing environment
• Millwright/valid Journeyman ticket (BC TQ or interprovincial)
• Analytical and takes initiative, understands urgency
• Ability to prioritize workload and effectively meet deadlines
• Experience with SQF and HACCP
• Understanding of Health and Safety in a Manufacturing environment, with a safety-oriented approach to work and to others
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good communication skills in English – written and verbal.
• Strong sense of teamwork with an aim to achieve and exceed departmental standards.
• Punctual, proactive, and possess excellent work ethics
• Ability to work shifting schedules (day/evening/night), weekends, and holidays

Working Conditions:

• Able to work on foot for long periods of time and performing repetitive work
• Occasionally climbing ladders
• Wear protective clothing, such as coats, hair nets and safety shoes
• Exposure to machinery sounds and loud noise levels
• Ability to push, pull, bend and lift in a production setting

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43.97-$48.34 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Delta, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have prior experience working on high-speed packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment? ( preferably chocolate/food/CPG Industry)?
• Are you an apprentice registered with the Skilled Trades BC Program?
• Do you have prior experience with mechanical setup/blending/processing/molding/high-speed packaging equipment?

Licence/Certification:

• Millwright/Journeyman Ticket (BC TQ or interprovincial) (required)

Work Location: In person