Night Shift - Line K - Maintenance Technician

Skjodt – Barrett Foods is a growing leader in the North American food industry, specializing in the supply of custom developed food solutions for the world’s leading retail food, foodservice and healthcare product manufacturers. Our products are enjoyed in peoples’ homes, when they dine out with their families, and when they need the important nutrition provided by the healthcare community. We support many of the brands that consumers reach for every day. We are a fast-paced business with international customers and continual challenge. We need smart, versatile people who can share their skills and energy with our team as we continue our success.

Are you an experienced, engaging, results-driven Maintenance Technician looking for a new home? Do you believe in supporting a culture of mutual respect, of sharing ideas, and of team-centered approaches to solving problems? Have you always wanted to work for a company that puts its people first, one that values work/life balance, and one that encourages out-of-the-box thinking? If this describes you, then you may have just found your dream job!

We are a leader in the food production industry, and we are growing! We are looking for someone who is capable of helping us move to the next level, without losing sight of what matters the most – our people. Our ideal candidate for this position will be knowledgeable and experienced in mechanical and electrical maintenance, will seek to understand, will be transparent in all that they do, will be accountable and also hold others accountable, and will be flexible. Is this you? If so, keep reading…

Some of the primary responsibilities of this role include:

• Ensure machinery is on and ready for shift operation
• Understand, maintain and troubleshoot automated packaging equipment, including PLC/PC controllers, industrial networks and electrical distribution systems
• Install, rebuild, service, troubleshoot and consult on all food processing equipment, such as kettles, pasteurizers, fillers, carton formers and closers, robotics, boilers, air compressors
• Complete preventative maintenance schedules which include regular inspection of all electrical, mechanical and other equipment within the assigned area of responsibility
• Repair or refurbish equipment when irregularities are found
• Work with the Maintenance Coordinator to order spare and replacement parts
• Liaise with outside contractors as required
• Coordinate with production and quality feedback on the functionality of machinery and equipment
• Report all defects and damages to the maintenance manager and others as necessary
• Comply with industry standards and champion quality/safety regulations of a food manufacturing operation
• Maintain all records of the repair and maintenance works conducted in a facility
• Effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines
• Be accountable for personal tools
• Maintain inkjet and laser printers

Of course there are more responsibilities involved that are commonplace for any maintenance technician position, and a full, detailed job description will be provided should you be invited for an interview.

To be really successful in this role we will require you to have the following:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline a plus
• 5 years of experience as a maintenance worker, preferably in a food manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical skills in addition to welding, grinding, cutting
• Electrical skills in calibrating PLCs, weighing systems, and wiring of circuitry
• Experience operating scissor lifts
• Must be fluent in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending English
• Basic proficiency in addition, subtraction and fractions
• Understands temperature and weight measures
• Experience with Vertical Form, Fill and Seal Machines. 

If you meet all of the criteria above, please apply. If your resume impresses us, we’ll give you call.

We encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for learning and growing to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information submitted will only be used for the purposes of the competition in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Reasonable accommodations are available during the recruitment process to job applicants with disabilities.

SKJODT-BARRETT FOODS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.