PACKAGING DEPARTMENT MILLWRIGHT MECHANIC at Nortera

Joining Nortera Foods Inc. means joining a team the grows together!

As the North American leader of ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable foods.

Nortera Foods Inc. produces major private and retail brands and markets its own Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.

Why Choose Nortera

• Competitive hourly wage;
• Annual bonus program;
• Complete range of social benefits and employee assistance program (EAP);
• Possibly of contributing to an RPP with employer contributions;
• Reimbursement for tuition and physical activity;
• Environment that fosters learning and professional development;
• Opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!
  
  

Description Of Role

Nortera Tecumseh is currently looking for a highly motivated, energetic team member to join our Maintenance Department as a full-time Millwright Mechanic. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and following the guidance of the Maintenance Team Lead, this Millwright Mechanic is responsible for providing a key skill set of technical and troubleshooting knowledge required to support the Packaging department’s projects and objectives.

Install, Maintain, and Modify Equipment: Perform installations, layout changes, and ongoing maintenance of plant machinery as directed by maintenance, packaging, or production leadership.

Equipment Knowledge & Operation: Demonstrate in-depth understanding and operational capability of conveying systems and associated components, including pumps, shakers, and related equipment.

Troubleshooting & Repairs: Conduct machine start-up and continuous operational checks to detect malfunctions. Troubleshoot and perform necessary adjustments or repairs promptly, ensuring compliance with all plant safety protocols and regulations.

Ensure Compliance: Following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) requirements, and perform all tasks safely, following established company policies and procedures.

Accurately Documentation: Tracking all maintenance activities, ensuring logs are completed in accordance with company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other relevant protocols.

Participate in Training Sessions: Actively seek additional methods to acquire knowledge related to seaming equipment and systems.

Perform Other Duties as Assigned: Supporting the team and all other organizational objectives, as needed.

Additional Expections Of The Role

• Industrial Millwright Mechanic (433A) certification is required for this role, or equivalent with minimum 2-3 years of relative experience – food processing knowledge is an asset
• Must be capable of speaking, reading, and writing English at a Level 3 requirement.
• Must meet basic dexterity requirements such as bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, crouching, stair/ladder climbing, working at heights, and must meet “heavy lifter” description at all times in this role.
• Specific visual abilities required for this position include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, all of which are essential for inspecting machinery, reading technical drawings, aligning components, and performing precision repairs.
• In addition to the climate in Packaging department, the candidate may be required to help in all areas of the facility which may include hot, humid, wet, damp, soapy, dusty, dirty, loud/noisy, dimly lit work environments, etc.
• Must be technically trained or trainable in all aspects of plant equipment, systems, and platforms, including basic computer and mathematical competencies, and proficient in using the EAM work order system.
• Demonstrated ability to make quick, accurate decisions under pressure while consistently meeting tight operational deadlines.
• Scheduled shifts will require an open availability to support departmental operational needs on a continental, rotational shifts every two weeks consisting of day shifts from 6:00am-6:00pm and night shifts from 6:00pm-6:00am. On-call assignments, statutory holidays, overtime, and weekends may fall within this continental rotation.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, demonstrating strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Demonstrates work place safety is a priority and aligns well with the company’s “Vision, Mission, and Values” statement.
• Hourly wage range for this role is $41.63-$43.38 following confirmation of the 433A license.