Maintenance Millwright Technician

Wonderbrands, is a leading North American bakery (with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads, artisan breads and donuts. We are one of the largest bakeries within North America and producers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa.

Wonderbrands, a division of FGF Brands, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, through a leading edge supply chain practice and investing deeply in communities where we bake. We are hiring to build a robust Talent and Development team to support our bakeries and Team Members.

The Millwright is a member of the Maintenance team and as such, participates in team efforts to achieve assigned departmental goals. Working closely with all team members is critical in ensuring maintenance activities are completed correctly and on schedule, according to SOP’s and local regulatory requirements.

As a Maintenance Millwright on our team, your primary responsibilities will include examination, troubleshooting, replacement/repair of a wide variety of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic components. In addition, you will provide technical support to our production team during runtime hours to ensure optimal functionality of all production equipment within the facility. Utilizing our internal asset management system, your daily downtime routine will include preventative, corrective and facility maintenance. Additional tasks/duties maybe required to meet operational demands.

Job Location: Calgary, Alberta

Wage: $41.12/hour (Ticketed) + $1.50/hour night shift premium (if applicable)

Shift: Afternoon/Night (Rotational) – Continental (10 – 12 hour shifts)

Job Details:

• Must be available to work Weekends and Overtime as needed
• Fast paced working environment
• High Emphasis on Team Work
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Manufacturing Equipment Troubleshooting
• Preventative Maintenance
• Corrective Maintenance
• Facility (Building) Maintenance
• Fabrication/Welding/Machining
• Previous Food Manufacturing Experience – An Asset
• Electrical Knowledge – An Asset

Job Responsibilities:

• Read equipment manuals and blueprints to successfully complete installations, troubleshooting and repairs
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Inspect and examine equipment to identify irregularities and malfunctions
• Adjust equipment and repair/replace defective components
• Operate tools such as lathes and milling machines to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up of equipment
• Assemble equipment prior to installation using hand/power tools and welding equipment
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to optimize equipment safety, efficiency and reliability
• Complete Work Orders according to PM and CM schedules
• Comply with all applicable legislative and Bakery food safety, health and safety and environmental policies and procedures
• Ensure that work area is clean of debris and hazards at all times
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with provincial and internal LOTO policy
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Ticketed in the Millwright Trade
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a high speed manufacturing environment (Food manufacturing is highly preferred)
• High aptitude with Mechanical, Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems (Required)
• Proven track record working with Lathes, Milling Machines and Welding Equipment (ARC, TIG, MIG)
• Above average problem solving skills
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs
• Thrives in a team environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Excel, Outlook)
• Focuses on continuous self-improvement

Additional Perks:

• Premiums for additional Certifications
• Dual Ticket Premium
• Annual Tool Allowance
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance
• Competitive Pension/Benefit Plan

If you’re excited about this opportunity and love baked goods, we invite you to apply!

Wonderbrands is committed to fostering a work environment with strong core values that support diversity through various policies, programs and activities that encourage sensitivity and accommodations. Wonderbrands offers employment regardless of race, colour, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Diversity is integral to our success as an organization and we will use diversity as a model to help identify and develop the best talent, create effective teams, and achieve overall excellence. In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

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