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Certified Millwright

The Certified Millwright is responsible for conducting routine preventative maintenance, service, and repairs on plant machinery and facilities equipment. They must ensure the safety and reliability of equipment to maintain optimal production efficiency.

  • On-site
  • Halifax, NS
  • Posted Aug 6, 2026
  • 1 position

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CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHT Employment Type: Full Time Permanent Division: P&H Milling Location: Halifax, NS Wage: $43.65/hr WHO WE ARE Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) is a Canadian, family-owned company with over 115 years in agriculture. We operate across four divisions: Grain & Crop Inputs, Flour Milling, P&H Foods, and New-Life Mills, delivering trusted solutions from crop inputs and grain handling to flour milling, livestock nutrition, and egg production. By connecting Canadian farms to tables across the country and beyond, we’re committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability as we shape the future of food and agriculture. YOUR TEAM P&H Milling: P&H Milling is Canada’s largest Canadian-owned milling company, producing high-quality flour and cereal products for bakeries, food manufacturers, and consumers. From coast to coast, we transform Canadian wheat into trusted products that feed families at home and abroad. Want to know more? Start here: P&H Milling Group | Parrish & Heimbecker [https://phmilling.com/] THE ROLE We are seeking a Certified Millwright to join our P&H Milling team. This role is responsible for conducting routine preventative maintenance, service, repair, and maintenance of plant and facilities equipment in a safe and efficient working manner. Maintaining the safety and reliability of machineries and equipment is critical in achieving optimal production efficiency of the plant operations and production. DAY TO DAY * Assemble, align, dismantle and position stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to specifications. * Inspect, diagnose and repair malfunctioning machinery and equipment. * Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery. * Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, feeler gauges etc. * Troubleshooting any issues with hydraulic systems. * Perform general facility maintenance. * Participate in fumigation/heat treatment. Note: working in higher temperatures is involved during fumigation. * Complete and comply with all health, safety and food safety training relating to the job. * Ability to complete fall arrest, forklift, telehandler, and scissor lift training. WHAT YOU’LL BRING: * Journeyman/Red Seal Millwright certification * Welding and fabrication experience * Able to work in dusty, hot, and outdoor environments * Knowledge of quality control and BRCGS standards * Physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg * Able to work independently and as part of a team * Available for on-call work depending on business need WHY JOIN US At P&H, our people are our priority. We’re committed to fostering a workplace that supports professional growth, well-being, and a strong sense of community. Join a team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture, and take advantage of benefits designed to help you thrive and succeed: * Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision) * RRSP Matching Program * Paid Time Off and Wellness Initiatives * Learning and Development Opportunities * Tuition Reimbursement * Employee Assistance Program APPLY TODAY! We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. P&H does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team or hiring team.

What you’ll do

The Certified Millwright is responsible for conducting routine preventative maintenance, service, and repairs on plant machinery and facilities equipment. They must ensure the safety and reliability of equipment to maintain optimal production efficiency.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Journeyman or Red Seal Millwright certification and possess experience in welding and fabrication. The role requires physical capability to lift up to 25 kg and the ability to work in dusty, hot, and outdoor environments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage • Medical • Dental • Vision • RRSP Matching Program • Paid Time Off • Wellness Initiatives • Learning and Development Opportunities • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Assistance Program

Listed skills

  • Forklift operationPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Preventative maintenance
  • Machinery repair
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Quality control
  • BRCGS standards
  • Fall arrest
  • Forklift operation
  • Telehandler operation
  • Scissor lift operation
  • Mechanical equipment alignment
  • Milling
  • Facility Repair And Maintenance
  • Grain Handling
  • Time Off Management
  • Dial Indicators
  • Bore Gauges
  • Agriculture
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Decision Making Software
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Food Safety And Sanitation
  • Forklift Truck
  • Metal Heat Treatments
  • Hydraulics
  • Innovation
  • Machinery
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Aerial Work Platforms
  • Micrometer
  • Operations
  • Planned Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Reliability
  • Quality Control

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Agriculture
  • Lead Millwright
  • Millwright
  • Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
  • Millwrights

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week