Millwright

The Opportunity

The Maintenance Team at MLF Walker Drive is looking for a Single/Dual Ticketed Millwright with significant experience in troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical and mechanical services and equipment in the plant. The successful candidate will have experience working in a fast paced, food manufacturing environment and have a demonstrated ability to work safely, ensuring safe plant operations and a safe working environment for all employees.

Hour Rate: $40.00 - $42.00. The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life

• Trouble shooting/repairs/installations of mechanical services
• Carryout oral/printed work request and apply corrective measures in a timely fashion
• Have intermediate grasp of related mechanical requirements and apply corrective measures
• Perform PM and regular Work Orders and account for inventory and labour on computerized maintenance system.
• SAP experience is an asset
• Welding repairs and/or fabrication of equipment parts to Food Safety standards
• Fulfill mechanical requirements of work orders and trouble shooting and repairs c/w requesting assistance where necessary
• Perform machining and sheet metal work for equipment repairs and/or upgrades to meet equipment and Food Safety spec’s
• Communicate daily repair activity with Supervisors and with other Departments
• Work in compliance with all Health and Safety, Food Safety and HACCP requirements
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Holds an Industrial Millwright Mechanic license with 2 – 3 years of experience in a manufacturing food processing environment as an Industrial Mechanic
• Knowledge of conveyors, pumps / compressor, electrical / electronic controls and high-speed packaging equipment.
• Ability to operate a forklift, boom truck, and scissor lift; comfortable working at heights.
• Ability to complete work orders and organize and plan daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Formax and Multivac equipment knowledge is an asset
• Ability to work in a team based environment.

Health And Safety

• Demonstrated ability to wear proper PPE and comply with safety requirements
• Lifting up to 60 lbs, bending and reaching
• Pushing, pulling and overhead reaching
• Prolonged standing and climbing (ladder to the hopper)
• Able to work at elevated heights with scissor lift (AWP)

Communication, Cooperation & Continuous Improvement Skills

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Positive interaction and information sharing with Associates and Salaried Team
• Active participation in Work Group meetings
• Ability to obtain pertinent information, evaluate information objectively and explore alternative solutions to problems
• Actively finding new and improved ways of completing tasks
• Willing to try new things and assume additional responsibilities
• Cross-shift communication

Working Environment

• Plant environment (ambient and refrigerated); 24-7, 2 shift operations
• A fast-paced work environment with multiple, tight and changing priorities

What We Offer At Maple Leaf Foods

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; 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.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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