Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise.
Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the most loved brands in the country including Bear Paws cookies, REALFRUIT gummies, Breton crackers, Melba Toast and many more. For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family’s original store opened in 1892. We are head quartered in Cambridge Ontario and we’ve expanded our roots far beyond. With manufacturing plants in North America and over 1400 employees, Dare is part of the fabric of Canada.
At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (Millwright)
Night shift – Monday to Friday 10pm-6am
We are offering a fast paced, career elevating opportunity at our new highly automated state-of-the-art baking facility in Cambridge, Ontario. The expectation for every employee of this unique and flexible facility is to work cooperatively as part of the team to produce safe, high quality food products, efficiently and effectively. As an integral team member, you will be required to help out as needed to accomplish this goal, regardless of the position, consistent with Dare values.
FUNCTION SUMMARY:
The Maintenance Mechanic is accountable to the Maintenance Supervisor. This role is responsible for all activities relating to the repair, modification and preventive maintenance of production and facility systems and equipment in order to maintain compliance with business needs and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Rate of pay $ 43.90 hour
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs preventive maintenance and reports all deficiencies or unsafe working conditions found to Maintenance Supervisor
- Troubleshoots and repairs all production machinery and plant equipment according to maintenance manuals and/or guidance from the Maintenance Supervisor
- Troubleshoots to determine best course of action to address breakdowns and repairs
- Inspects and tests operation of machinery and systems to diagnose faults using testing devices.
- Repairs and adjusts system components or remove and replace defective parts.
- Fabricates replacement parts for machinery and equipment as required utilizing the existing machining equipment, as well as utilizing a wide array of hand tools.
- Works closely in a collaborative manner with the Maintenance Planner and Spare Parts Inventory technician
- Participates in the Maintenance Shutdown activities working independently or as part of a team on Maintenance assignments.
- Participates on continuous improvement projects as required. Executes related assignments.
- Observes and supports all safety guidelines and regulations.
- Follows GMP and regulatory requirements and ensures quality standards are met.
- Ensure production downtime is minimized and production output is maximized
- Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organization in maintenance shop
- Demonstrate solid communication and interpersonal skills in a team-based work environment
- Reliable attendance and punctuality; flexibility in work schedule to accommodate business requirements
- Performs other related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 2-5 years relevant working experience in a manufacturing environment
- Must have licence as Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) - 433AProficiency in reading and interpreting architectural, mechanical, piping and instrumentation drawings (PID), understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams
Experience reading and troubleshooting blueprint diagrams and schematics drawings
Proficiency in MS Office and knowledge of maintenance related programs.
Ability to work under pressure under tight timeframes.
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
Proven analytical, trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Effective organizational, time management and detail-orientation skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, taking initiative and prioritizing work
PLC programming on controls, network and automation experience would be an asset
Experience in a food manufacturing environment would be considered a definite assetExperience maintaining high speed packaging and robotics equipment would be an asset
Experience maintaining facility systems such as chillers, boilers, waster water treatment plant would be an asset.
Experience on troubleshooting Life Support Systems (fire alarms, emergency lighting, speakers and others) would be an asset
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- Variety of lifting and lowering tasks involved in using tools and lifting tool bag to required locations.
- Periods of static standing required, duration will vary depending on complexity of repair.
- Shoulder reaching and overhead reaching required for all repair, maintenance, calibration, installation and adjustment tasks, but could be level dependant on specific task and obstacles present, as well as worker positioning on ladder.
- Gripping required for all essential job demands and must be capable of supporting a variety of power and hand tools.
- Dynamic cervical rotation, crouching, squatting and kneeling may be required while ensuring machine is running properly / adjusting machine.
- Some repairs will be conducted in high or low temperature and/or confined space
Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.
At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.
We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.
Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity.
