Maintenance Technician; Millwright - Night shift

Role Details

Pay: $40.25 USD – $45.25 USD per hour (licensed trades: 433A, 442A, 309A). Health, vision, and dental benefits available from day one. Company‑paid benefits. RRSP matching available from day one. $1,000 tool allowance for first year, $300 each year thereafter.

As a Licensed Maintenance Technician, you will maintain operational performance by ensuring compliance with maintenance programs and scheduling both reactive and preventative work orders for technical and non‑technical components.

• Demonstrate and uphold Riverside Natural Foods’ Core Values.
• Understand and lead compliance with both Health & Safety and Food Safety practices.
• Attend breakdown calls, troubleshoot, and independently resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Escalate recurring problems to the supervisor and work to eliminate them.
• Perform minor repairs, equipment set‑up, change‑over, overhaul, and fabrication as needed.
• Execute preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment including food mixers, slab‑forming machines, horizontal wrappers, robotic pick‑and‑place systems, case packers, tunnel ovens, and conveyors.
• Provide technical assistance and advice in preventive maintenance optimization efforts.
• Assist outside contractors and ensure GMP policies are adhered to.
• Document work performed, record data for analysis, log spare parts consumed, and maintain a clean work area.
• Participate in cross‑functional continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain the highest standards of housekeeping and safety in all aspects of the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Millwright Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, or Electrician.
• Certified NOC 7311 or Red Seal Millwright or Provincial Electrician ticket (433A, 442A, 309D).
• Experience with vertical and horizontal wrappers, robotic pick‑and‑place systems, and tunnel ovens is an asset.
• Knowledge of PLC, robotics, HMIs, and Allen Bradley controls is preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Hands‑on experience with the following is preferred:
  • Power transmission systems
  • Electric and electronic controls
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • Welding, brazing, and soldering
  • Servo and electric motors
  • Lubrication types and systems
• Proven machining skills using lathes, milling machines, and drill press.
• Rigging and hoisting experience is an asset.
• Flexibility to work in the afternoons, weekends, and evenings as required.

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know.