Power Engineer

Join the Magic

Our Mission

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 85 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To strengthen our team in Fraser Valley, we are looking for:

Maintenance Power Engineer

( Chilliwack,Canada )

Your Mission

Reporting to Maintenance Manager you will be responsible to ensure company assets, including boilers, production equipment, and facilities, are well maintained and operating in a safe mechanical manner. This role supports the reduction of production downtime through effective troubleshooting, implementation of preventive maintenance programs, and reliable operation of plant systems.

What you will do

• Support development and maintenance of preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment
• Coordinate external contractors for repairs when required
• Enter maintenance data into PMXPERT (work orders, traceability)
• Operate and repair processing, filling, packaging, and water treatment equipment
• Collaboration & Plant Support
• Maintain accurate maintenance records
• Promote and enforce Safe wok practices
• Assist in Heath and safety program implementation
• Monitor and prevent unsafe practices
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Recommend process improvements and efficiency gains
• Identify and implement cost-saving ideas

What we expect from you

• Prior Experience in maintenance and or technician role
• Minimum class 5 power engineering
• Physically capable of maintenance work
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Strong communication skills
• Technical knowledge of PMXPERT, PLC, and equipment
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
• Team-oriented mindset
• Strong organization and time management
• Safety-focused approach

What you can expect from Puratos

• Starting Hourly rate of $40.12 and increases as per CBA
• Vacation starts at 4%
• Company Matching RRSP
• Extended health benefits
• Dental Coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Growth opportunities, personal development support

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal

opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

About us

The secrets behind Puratos’ global success and consistent growth are taste and quality. We would like to welcome you within our enthusiastic, committed and passionate team of more than 10.000 employees. We are an international player and, what is more, a Belgian family business. Our people make the difference every single day. How? By developing, producing and distributing a unique and high-quality range of ingredients for bakers, pastry-chefs and chocolatiers, since 1919.

More than a century later, our products and services are available in 100+ countries around the world. Our passion for innovation, closeness to our customers, and their customers, as well as our core values form the basis of our passion to improve.

This is what makes working at Puratos so magical!

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What you can expect from Puratos

You will join a fast-growing, stable family business that has become an international market leader with a corporate culture in which innovation and entrepreneurship are part of our main priorities. You will benefit from a great deal of freedom in your work, with plenty of room for initiative.

A great work environment with lots of challenges is what you can expect:

You'll get responsibilities and the possibility to take ownership of your work

You'll get training and career opportunities to build your career within our company

You can count on a competitive salary package with Extended Health, RRSP contributions, vacations and much more.

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