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About Us 

At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Licensed Electrician for our Scarborough location. The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for production and quality by ensuring operation of electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment per company quality policy. The hourly wage rate for this position: $48.16.

What You'll Do

• Ensure operation of electrical systems and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and troubleshooting problems on conveyors, programmable controllers, transformers, voltage regulators, and machinery wiring; following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications.
• Required to maintain documentation in maintenance work order system
• Repair and replace as necessary electrical systems and equipment by diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures; determining faulty wiring, inspecting and testing malfunctioning machinery.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine electrical preventive maintenance plans
• Prepare electrical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends. Make recommendations as necessary for improvements.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending education workshops and reviewing technical publications.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with health and safety and housekeeping practices, and use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain documentation as required by Hydro Electric
• Perform quality checks on all work performed
• Follow all ISO and HACCP requirements and procedures
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results and other sundries duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Certified Licensed 442A or 309A.
• Minimum 2-3 years previous experience in a manufacturing industry
• Experience in paper and packaging industry an asset
• Knowledge of PLC's, wiring, legislated standards
• Troubleshooting skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with all employees

Shifts: Shift work, but will have to cover continental shifts when needed.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage (dependents included)
• Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events
• A culture of appreciation through a point-based recognition
• Opportunities for advancement and internal movement
• Education assistance for continuous skill development
• Academic scholarships for employees' children
• Safety equipment and PPE support program
• Retirement savings and wellness initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Inclusion and Accessibility Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and respectful environment for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team—we're here to support you.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining Atlantic Packaging. While we appreciate the time and effort invested, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check. Details will be provided through the application process. 

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