Sr. Maintenance Technician

Job summary

The technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of production machinery and mechanical equipment within a manufacturing facility. They must also manage preventative maintenance tasks, document work in a CMMS database, and ensure all safety and GMP standards are met.

Job details

Sr. Maintenance Technician About Us We provide full-service contract manufacturing, bottling, and packaging solutions for gummy natural health products, supporting clients from concept through launch. Operating within a regulated manufacturing environment, we are committed to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The Opportunity Our Maintenance Technicians play a critical role in keeping all components of the production facility and production equipment operating safely and efficiently. This role is ideal for a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment. This role requires shift work. 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights every 2 weeks. What Success Looks Like * Production equipment is maintained in safe and efficient working order. * Preventative maintenance tasks are completed consistently and accurately documented. * Equipment downtime is minimized through proactive troubleshooting and repair. * Safety procedures and GMP standards are consistently followed. * Maintenance work areas remain organized, clean, and compliant. * Continuous improvement opportunities are identified and supported. * Quickly diagnoses and resolves technical issues. * Mentors team members and collaborates effectively across departments. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Responsible for installation, maintenance and repair of machinery and mechanical equipment * Maintain all types of equipment through a preventative maintenance program and log all details into a CMMS database. (Limble). * Read, interpret, and follow instructions and operation manuals. * Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area. * Read blueprints and sketches proficiently to fabricate equipment and make modifications. * Repair or replace chains; belt conveyors; gear boxes/drive chains; hydraulics & pneumatics; welding/cutting; and using power tools. * Maintain HVAC systems, water softener systems, chiller units and other utilities. * Prioritize safety in approach to all work activities. * Focus on Continuous Improvement to streamline work processes. * Perform all other maintenance duties as required. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as needed to meet business, operational, quality, safety, or regulatory requirements. QUALIFICATIONS * Highschool graduation or GED required, 2-year related diploma preferred. * At least 5 years’ experience in equipment repair, maintenance and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment, food manufacturing preferred. * Knowledge of mechanical equipment, electromechanical or controls experience preferred. * Knowledge of equipment, tools and maintenance practices * Experience in a large-scale GMP, meat or food manufacturing or processing environment is preferred. * Willingness to work set shift schedule including nights, weekends and overtime as required. * Must be able to wear all required personal protective gear. * Must be able to read, write, and understand English. * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills * Experience with electrical, HVAC and chiller systems would be considered an asset. OTHER: Must have authorization to work in Canada. PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF POSITION (INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO): This position requires the ability to: * Stoop, reach, kneel or crouch. * Experience exposure to moving mechanical parts. * Experience exposure to excessive noise and some hazardous materials. * Lift 25+ pounds overhead * Turn, bend, reach, pull, and walk. * Stand for extended periods of time; up to 12 hours.

What you’ll do

The technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of production machinery and mechanical equipment within a manufacturing facility. They must also manage preventative maintenance tasks, document work in a CMMS database, and ensure all safety and GMP standards are met.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in equipment repair and maintenance within a manufacturing environment, preferably in food processing. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a 2-year related diploma considered an asset.

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• safety procedures · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Equipment Repair
• Preventative Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Equipment
• Electromechanical
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Welding
• Blueprint Reading
• CMMS
• HVAC Systems
• Chiller Units
• Continuous Improvement
• GMP Standards
• Safety Procedures
• Fabrication
• Power Tool Operation
• Technical Issues
• Food Manufacturing
• Shift Work
• HVAC
• Blueprinting
• Good Manufacturing Practices
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Conveyor Systems
• English Language
• Packaging And Labeling
• Problem Solving
• Machinery
• Scale (Map)
• Production Equipment
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Food & Beverage
• Engineering
• Maintenance Technician
• Building and General Maintenance Technician
• Odd Job Persons
• Maintenance and Repair Workers, General

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