Mechanic-ON
Top Benefits
About the role
Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.
Responsibilities Fast Paced Food Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic/Set Up Technician with Miniimum 1 Ontario Recognized Trade ticket We are looking for a candidate with proven mechanical troubleshooting, repair & automated line change set up experience within food manufacturing industry. If you have electrical maintenance experience (309A) that would definitely be an assett! Are you looking for a warm, friendly and positive work environment? We make the best peanut butter by roasting and grinding peanuts combined with other raw ingredients that flow to a 1 fully automated line consisting of a filler, capper, labeler and pallet wrapper, and then shipped out all over the world! Come and join our Team! Location: 30 Citizen Court, Markham ON Hourly Rate: (as per Collective Agreement) Journeman 1 x Trade Ticket (any) 38.06/hr Journeyman 2 x Trade Tickets (any)=$42.63/hr Shift: Afternoon Shift Monday to Friday 2pm-10pm with OT on the Wkend when applicable (subject to change) Other Benefits:
- 5 paid sick days per year
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision Care
- $175 safety shoe benefit per year
- $250 prescription safety eyewear benefit every two years
Who We Are: A leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of Private Brand and branded food products.
We supply organic and conventional peanut butter, tree nut butter and other nut butters to leading grocery retailers, top food service distributors and industrial bakeries across North America.
Position Summary: Reporting to the Maintenance manager, and will also be required to follow direction of on shift production supervisorthe Mechanic/Set up Technician will perform line set up changes, preventative maintenance duties on production equipment as well as troubleshooting machines, managing motor controls and will be required to interpret and read electrical drawings.
The successful candidate will be required to work morning shifts during the initial training period, then join the afternoon & night shift rotation after completion of training. Weekends and overtime as required.
Job Responsibilities
- Equipment Changeovers: Able to follow, understand SOP’s, Perform equipment changeovers within specified time limit during product transitions, ensuring efficient setup and minimal downtime. Work in compliance with Safety and Environmental standards.
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Attend equipment’s repair and problems promptly. Perform routine inspections to identify any malfunctions and replacement.
- Throughout shift responsible for reviewing and analyze productivity reports in Redzone, to pinpoint downtime equipment issue and react with urgency.
- Troubleshoot and repair low voltage (up to 120V) electrical machine issues– using multimeter to check/replace fuses/sensors
- Cleaning, Inspection and Lubrication: Regularly Inspect, clean, and lubricate production equipment to maintain optimal performance.
- Perform daily preventative maintenance on plant equipment and building equipment as required.
- C M (Condition Monitoring): Monitor production operation to identify dangerous and hazards conditions, monitor equipment for damage, or abnormalities, reporting any findings to the Maintenance Manager / Maintenance Coordinator on regular basis.
- Maintain and complete documentation of production, maintenance PM and emergency work orders in our CMMS.
- Participate in Continuous improvements and War on Waste projects.
- Safety Compliance: Prioritize safety protocols, adhere to safety guidelines, and promptly address safety concerns immediately.
- Collaboration: Work closely with production supervisors, production and quality team members to coordinate activities and ensure seamless operations.
- Repair mechanical issues of facility machinery as requested by the maintenance manager/supervisor on a daily basis.
- Improve the functioning of the machinery by making mechanical adjustments as required
- Perform basic building maintenance and repairs including but not limited to drywall repairs, painting, and any other such type of activities that may arise from time to time.
- Clean and maintain work area after mechanical work has been performed on a daily basis.
- Use Redzone to respond to issues and action requirements with a sense of urgency
- Ensures that maintenance shop is cleaned and tidied daily including work areas after mechanical work has been performed.
- Perform work as required following appropriate safety procedures (ie LOTO).
- Clean and maintain work area after mechanical work has been performed on a daily basis.
- All positions within Golden Boy Foods Ltd are mandated to adhere to Good Manufacturing (GMP) and uphold food safety standards.
- Complete other duties, as assigned.
Education And Experience Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 1 Trade certificate required (Electrical, Millwright, Welder)
- 1-2 years’ hands onexperience in an electrical/mechanical maintenance role in a food manufacturing environment
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
- Ability to read and interpret electrical & mechanical drawings
- Experience in a food manufacturing facility with liquid filling experience is a definite asset
- Ability to handle stressful situations and remain calm
- An organizes problem solver, able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Lifting 23kg (50lbs) periodically
- Ability to climb and work from ladders and elevated surfaces
- AI is not used to screen or select candidates
- This is a current vacancy in our plant that is open to internal and external candidates to apply.
Important Note We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code, the company will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) that you may require to any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. Please note that only those candidates selected to move forwad in the recruitment process with be contacted directly. The pay range for this position is $30.70 to $41.00 per hour.
About 8th Avenue Food & Provisions
8th Avenue is a growing food company that produces customized, high quality private label and branded products including pasta, peanut butter, snack nuts, trail mix, granola and more.
Our company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.
We are passionate about the products we make and take pride in what we do! We believe it’s on the inside that counts. Whether it’s inside our packaging or inside our facilities, you’ll find carefully chosen ingredients and people working together to make the best products possible.
The feeling of pride you get when you see something you made being used to nurture the community around you is something you can’t replace. Check out our careers page and join us!
Mechanic-ON
Top Benefits
About the role
Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.
Responsibilities Fast Paced Food Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic/Set Up Technician with Miniimum 1 Ontario Recognized Trade ticket We are looking for a candidate with proven mechanical troubleshooting, repair & automated line change set up experience within food manufacturing industry. If you have electrical maintenance experience (309A) that would definitely be an assett! Are you looking for a warm, friendly and positive work environment? We make the best peanut butter by roasting and grinding peanuts combined with other raw ingredients that flow to a 1 fully automated line consisting of a filler, capper, labeler and pallet wrapper, and then shipped out all over the world! Come and join our Team! Location: 30 Citizen Court, Markham ON Hourly Rate: (as per Collective Agreement) Journeman 1 x Trade Ticket (any) 38.06/hr Journeyman 2 x Trade Tickets (any)=$42.63/hr Shift: Afternoon Shift Monday to Friday 2pm-10pm with OT on the Wkend when applicable (subject to change) Other Benefits:
- 5 paid sick days per year
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision Care
- $175 safety shoe benefit per year
- $250 prescription safety eyewear benefit every two years
Who We Are: A leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of Private Brand and branded food products.
We supply organic and conventional peanut butter, tree nut butter and other nut butters to leading grocery retailers, top food service distributors and industrial bakeries across North America.
Position Summary: Reporting to the Maintenance manager, and will also be required to follow direction of on shift production supervisorthe Mechanic/Set up Technician will perform line set up changes, preventative maintenance duties on production equipment as well as troubleshooting machines, managing motor controls and will be required to interpret and read electrical drawings.
The successful candidate will be required to work morning shifts during the initial training period, then join the afternoon & night shift rotation after completion of training. Weekends and overtime as required.
Job Responsibilities
- Equipment Changeovers: Able to follow, understand SOP’s, Perform equipment changeovers within specified time limit during product transitions, ensuring efficient setup and minimal downtime. Work in compliance with Safety and Environmental standards.
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Attend equipment’s repair and problems promptly. Perform routine inspections to identify any malfunctions and replacement.
- Throughout shift responsible for reviewing and analyze productivity reports in Redzone, to pinpoint downtime equipment issue and react with urgency.
- Troubleshoot and repair low voltage (up to 120V) electrical machine issues– using multimeter to check/replace fuses/sensors
- Cleaning, Inspection and Lubrication: Regularly Inspect, clean, and lubricate production equipment to maintain optimal performance.
- Perform daily preventative maintenance on plant equipment and building equipment as required.
- C M (Condition Monitoring): Monitor production operation to identify dangerous and hazards conditions, monitor equipment for damage, or abnormalities, reporting any findings to the Maintenance Manager / Maintenance Coordinator on regular basis.
- Maintain and complete documentation of production, maintenance PM and emergency work orders in our CMMS.
- Participate in Continuous improvements and War on Waste projects.
- Safety Compliance: Prioritize safety protocols, adhere to safety guidelines, and promptly address safety concerns immediately.
- Collaboration: Work closely with production supervisors, production and quality team members to coordinate activities and ensure seamless operations.
- Repair mechanical issues of facility machinery as requested by the maintenance manager/supervisor on a daily basis.
- Improve the functioning of the machinery by making mechanical adjustments as required
- Perform basic building maintenance and repairs including but not limited to drywall repairs, painting, and any other such type of activities that may arise from time to time.
- Clean and maintain work area after mechanical work has been performed on a daily basis.
- Use Redzone to respond to issues and action requirements with a sense of urgency
- Ensures that maintenance shop is cleaned and tidied daily including work areas after mechanical work has been performed.
- Perform work as required following appropriate safety procedures (ie LOTO).
- Clean and maintain work area after mechanical work has been performed on a daily basis.
- All positions within Golden Boy Foods Ltd are mandated to adhere to Good Manufacturing (GMP) and uphold food safety standards.
- Complete other duties, as assigned.
Education And Experience Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 1 Trade certificate required (Electrical, Millwright, Welder)
- 1-2 years’ hands onexperience in an electrical/mechanical maintenance role in a food manufacturing environment
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
- Ability to read and interpret electrical & mechanical drawings
- Experience in a food manufacturing facility with liquid filling experience is a definite asset
- Ability to handle stressful situations and remain calm
- An organizes problem solver, able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Lifting 23kg (50lbs) periodically
- Ability to climb and work from ladders and elevated surfaces
- AI is not used to screen or select candidates
- This is a current vacancy in our plant that is open to internal and external candidates to apply.
Important Note We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code, the company will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) that you may require to any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. Please note that only those candidates selected to move forwad in the recruitment process with be contacted directly. The pay range for this position is $30.70 to $41.00 per hour.
About 8th Avenue Food & Provisions
8th Avenue is a growing food company that produces customized, high quality private label and branded products including pasta, peanut butter, snack nuts, trail mix, granola and more.
Our company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.
We are passionate about the products we make and take pride in what we do! We believe it’s on the inside that counts. Whether it’s inside our packaging or inside our facilities, you’ll find carefully chosen ingredients and people working together to make the best products possible.
The feeling of pride you get when you see something you made being used to nurture the community around you is something you can’t replace. Check out our careers page and join us!