Job Description

Location: Winkler Feed Mill
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Salary: Starting wage from $39.61 per hour.
Schedule: Rotating shifts that include weekends, holidays, and occasional alarm response.
Your opportunity to make a difference:
Are you a mechanically inclined problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment? As a Millwright at Canada Packers, you'll be directly responsible for the preventative and non-scheduled maintenance of a wide range of production equipment in our feed manufacturing plant. Your work will be essential to keeping our operations running safely and efficiently every day.
What you'll be doing:
This position reports directly to the Feed Mill Manager and plays a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining, repairing, and overhauling plant production equipment, buildings, and grounds
• Performing preventative maintenance and implementing improvements or modifications
• Supporting project teams in the design, installation, and commissioning of new or modified equipment
• Keeping accurate records of inspections, repairs, and meter readings
• Scheduling, tracking, and completing preventative maintenance on all machinery and boilers
• Managing sourcing and inventory control of required parts
• Troubleshooting equipment issues and developing solutions independently
• Responding to maintenance issues and alarms on a rotational basis, including weekends and holidays

What you'll bring:

• Licensed Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Class 4 Power Engineer, or equivalent work experience
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial setting
• Familiarity with automated manufacturing equipment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of PLC and controls is an asset
• Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver's license (Class 1 is an asset)

Why join us? Here's what you'll get:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package (health, dental, vision, life insurance).
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching (RRSP).
• 3 weeks paid vacation to rest and recharge.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and personal support.
• Overtime opportunities may be available based on operational needs, and when they are, they're fully paid.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your career path.
• Inclusive and values-driven workplace culture.
• Employee referral program and company events to stay connected and engaged.

About Canada Packers:
We're on a mission to raise the world's highest quality pork at the lowest cost to the planet.
Canada Packers is setting a new global standard for premium, sustainable pork. With nearly a century of expertise, we lead in sustainably produced, premium quality, value-added pork with diversified revenue streams and a resilient business structure, shaping the future of food. As one of North America's largest producers of Raised Without Antibiotics (RWA) pork, we meet growing global demand with trusted, traceable, and ethically raised protein. We invite passionate and talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our exciting journey!
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component of our culture. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Recruitment Team.
Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the Canada Packers Careers Page are not a reflection of Canada Packers and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. We offer competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Recruitment Team.

Skills Required