Job Description

The Millwright is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production and facility equipment in a meat processing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous operations by minimizing downtime, maintaining food-safe equipment, and supporting production targets while complying with health, safety, and regulatory requirements

What You'll Do

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment including conveyors, grinders, mixers, slicers, packaging machinery, refrigeration components, and processing systems Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues Align, adjust, and calibrate equipment to meet operational and food-safety standards Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns during production

Food Safety & Sanitation

Ensure all maintenance work meets food safety, sanitation, and HACCP requirements Use food-grade lubricants, materials, and repair methods Coordinate maintenance activities with sanitation schedules to avoid contamination Maintain clean and organized work areas within production zones

Health & Safety Compliance

Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), lock-out/tag-out procedures, and plant safety policies Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, or equipment risks Use appropriate PPE at all times and promote a strong safety culture

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Complete maintenance logs, work orders, and preventative maintenance records Provide input into maintenance planning, spare parts inventory, and equipment upgrades Support continuous improvement initiatives related to reliability, efficiency, and safety Assist with equipment installations, line changes, and plant modifications

Collaboration & Support

Work closely with production, sanitation, quality, and supervisory teams Provide guidance to operators on proper equipment use and basic troubleshooting Participate in shutdowns, scheduled maintenance, and emergency repairs as required

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

Journeyperson Industrial Millwright (433A) certification or equivalent Minimum2-3 years' experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills in high-speed production settings Working knowledge of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulics, and pneumatics Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals Strong understanding of lock-out/tag-out and safe work practices

Skills & Abilities

Mechanical problem-solving and attention to detail Strong safety mindset and accountability Ability to work independently and under pressure Clear communication and teamwork Adaptability in a fast-paced production environment

Working Conditions

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs Comfortable working in cold, wet, and refrigerated environments Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and around moving machinery

Why Join Us

Millwrights are essential to keeping our operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This role directly supports product quality, employee safety, and our ability to meet customer commitments every day.

We do not use AI in any stages of the recruitment and selection process.

This posting is for a new position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00-$34.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Life insurance Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Arthur, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

443A Red Seal (required)
Work Location: In person