Location: Hamilton, ON
Reports To: Operations Manager
Compensation: $80,000 - $95,000 + Benefits
Our client is a long-established Canadian manufacturer based in Hamilton, Ontario, serving a diverse industrial marketplace across Canada and the United States. With more than 80 years of success and revenue growth exceeding 8X over the past two decades, they are a trusted leader in their industry.
Focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and investment in people, equipment, and processes, the company offers a collaborative, hands-on manufacturing environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
We are seeking a skilled and mechanically inclined Millwright to join our maintenance team. This is a hands-on role responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving a variety of manufacturing equipment and production machinery.
The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment, and a proactive approach to preventative maintenance and equipment reliability. A 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) License is ideal.
Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility machinery.
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify root causes of equipment failures.
Repair, replace, and adjust mechanical components including bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, motors, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and support timely resolution to minimize production downtime.
Install, align, level, and commission new machinery and equipment.
Perform equipment inspections and identify opportunities to improve reliability and performance.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
Execute scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and inspections.
Assist in developing and improving preventative maintenance procedures.
Identify worn or damaged components before failures occur.
Support equipment reliability initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Participate in 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist with equipment modifications, upgrades, and plant improvement projects.
Work collaboratively with production, engineering, and maintenance team members to improve operational performance.
Valid Ontario 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) License preferred.
Minimum 3-5 years of millwright experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyor, and rotating equipment systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
Welding and fabrication experience considered an asset.
Basic computer skills for maintenance documentation and work orders.
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
Preventative maintenance
Equipment installation and repair
Strong safety awareness
Problem-solving and root cause analysis
Teamwork and communication
Time management and organization
Continuous improvement mindset
Industrial manufacturing facility
Exposure to noise, moving machinery, dust, and varying temperatures
Physically demanding role involving standing, walking, bending, climbing, and lifting
Occasional overtime may be required to support production and maintenance needs
Join a stable and growing Canadian manufacturer with over 80 years of success
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Opportunity to work on a wide variety of equipment and machinery
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Long-term career stability and growth opportunities
Play a key role in maintaining equipment reliability and production efficiency
