If you are looking to join a dynamic and growing team, Islands West Produce has the right job for you! With a long history in Victoria, we pride ourselves on providing excellent client service and being passionate about our Islands West product offerings.
Our Production team is looking for a dependable Plant Maintenance Technician teammate to oversee the efficient operation of machinery and equipment in a production environment. The maintenance person works closely with the Operations Manager to ensure all facilities and equipment are well maintained.
Schedule Requirements: Monday - Friday / weekends on call as needed
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform routine preventative equipment monitoring, troubleshooting, and service to ensure reliability and equipment uptime on process and facility equipment. Follows preventative maintenance schedule. Observes operating of installed equipment to detect hazards, problems, and the need for service, repair/replacement of mechanical components and necessary adjustments. Monitor performance of machinery and equipment; adjust and calibrate as needed, ensuring that equipment meets specifications and requirements. Assists personnel on special fabrication and construction projects. Maintain, repair, and install plant equipment to OEM standards. Comply with all HACCP/GFSI compliance requirements regarding environmental, and food safety. Ensure all maintenance and service work orders are completed on time and reports forwarded to document and data control. Diagnosis and replacement of equipment parts with little or no direction. Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives. Coordinate and oversee contractors when professional repairs are necessary. Maintains clean, neat, and orderly work area at all times to ensure safety. Keep the Operations Manager informed of department activities on an on-going basis. Operate or perform other duties as directed by the Operations Manager. QUALIFICATIONS: Industrial Maintenance Mechanic experience Experience with hand tools and various shop equipment (welders, drills, metal cutting, etc.). Common knowledge of general maintenance work including plumbing, electricity, and production equipment. Millwright certification not required, but considered and asset. Advanced mechanical knowledge of industrial machinery, and PLC Programming. Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a food production/processing environment A commitment to safety protocols and knowledge of industry-specific safety regulations is paramount to protect both personnel and equipment. Strong mechanical aptitude and mechanical skills. Must be able to work in a wet, refrigerated environment with moderate to high noise volume. Physically capable of carrying up to 50 lbs. Entry level knowledge of HACCP and GFSI standards and asset OUR COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES: Extended healthcare benefits eligibility Employee discounts on products Development opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr
