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Maintenance Intern (Winter, 8-month contract)

  • Mitchell, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Aug 31, 2026
  • 1 position

$26–$28 / hour

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Employment type
Internship / apprenticeship, Contract
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Apply by
Sep 27, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Maintenance Intern will support maintenance activities, including planning and implementing process improvement projects within a manufacturing plant. They will also assist in troubleshooting equipment, updating engineering documentation, and optimizing preventative maintenance programs using SAP.

Job details

About Us: Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey. Lactalis Student Program: At Lactalis, we are committed to cultivating talent and providing enriching opportunities that ignite passion and foster growth in our future leaders. Our student program is designed to nurture your potential by providing you with enriching work experience in a dynamic and innovative environment. Lactalis Canada’s student program encourages curiosity, creativity, professional development, and personal growth. Not only will you develop your expertise through hands-on experiences, but you will also join a thriving network of Lactalis Students across Canada. All students will have the chance to participate in social events, group trainings and workshops, manufacturing plant tours, and an end-of semester project! We are invested in your long-term success and aim to equip you with skills and experiences that will fuel your future!Job Purpose The Maintenance Intern will be responsible for supporting various maintenance activities within our organization, under the supervision of experienced team members. This includes participating in the planning, design and implementation of various process and continuous improvement projects in a manufacturing plant environment.Responsibility Identify gaps to improve the operation of equipment. Work closely with leadership team, multi functional teams or members of other departments to help in optimizing processing procedures Responsible to document project, procedures or one point lessons generated from the project Communicate and train processes or procedures to hourly or salary personnel as required to sustain new implementations or improvements Track progress adequately of the required actions and provide updates and feedback to manager. Creating PM plans, updating BOM’s in SAP in order to optimize preventative maintenance program in a critical line or equipment Work with SAP to optimize or implement new work management systems such as the notification system. Work with maintenance team to troubleshoot problems and perform preventive maintenance Assisting on general maintenance projects Update engineering drawings and labels Participate in the installation of new equipment Qualifications Currently enrolled in an engineering program (e.g., industrial, mechanical, chemical, or food engineering) Enjoys solving problems and making logical decisions Basic understanding of engineering principles and concepts, with the ability to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical context Proficiency in computer-aided design software (CAD) and technical engineering tools Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail Communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to collaborate effectively within a team Motivated to learn and open to meeting new challenges Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively Competency CareDareInspireShareWhat Lactalis will offer: Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following package for contract employees: • A Competitive Base Salary • 8% vacation pay • Health & Dental Benefits starting day 1 • Learning and Development opportunities • Potential for future full time permanent opportunities! Our ESG commitment: Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do. At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world. Our commitment to DEI: Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained. Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer. Compensation: As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is: $26 – $28. Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.

What you’ll do

The Maintenance Intern will support maintenance activities, including planning and implementing process improvement projects within a manufacturing plant. They will also assist in troubleshooting equipment, updating engineering documentation, and optimizing preventative maintenance programs using SAP.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an engineering program such as industrial, mechanical, chemical, or food engineering. Proficiency in CAD software and strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary • 8% vacation pay • Health benefits • Dental benefits • Learning and development opportunities

Listed skills

  • Continuous Improvement · Preferred
  • Technical Documentation · Preferred
  • SAP · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred
  • Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
  • interpersonal skills · Preferred
  • Data analysis · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred
  • Team Collaboration · Preferred
  • Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Engineering principles
  • CAD software
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical skills
  • SAP
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Technical documentation
  • Project management
  • Equipment installation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Continuous improvement
  • Data analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)
  • Curiosity
  • Technical Engineering
  • Planning
  • Computer-Aided Design
  • Confidentiality
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Creativity
  • Engineering Drawings
  • Food Engineering
  • Leadership
  • Innovation
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Problem Solving
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Notification Systems
  • SAP Applications
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Collaboration
  • Detail Oriented

Job areas

  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Maintenance Intern
  • Industrial Engineering Manager
  • Manufacturing Managers
  • Architectural and Engineering Managers

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