Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the preventative and non-scheduled maintenance on a range of production equipment for a feed manufacturing plant. This position reports directly to the Manager, Feed Mill.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain, repair and overhaul of plant production equipment, building and grounds
• Perform preventative maintenance and improvements or modifications to production equipment
• Support projects including working on project teams as required in the design, installation and commissioning of new or modified equipment
• Maintain complete & accurate records of maintenance inspections and repairs, preventative maintenance activities and meter readings
• Schedule / track / complete preventative maintenance on all equipment, machinery & boilers
• Sourcing and inventory control of required parts
• While working independently, troubleshoot machine problems and devise solutions
• Responding to maintenance issues and alarms, after hours and on weekends and holidays, is required on a rotational basis

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS: 

•  Excellent mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot
•  Practical experience performing as a maintenance technician in an industrial setting
•  Experience with automated manufacturing equipment
•  Strong oral and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills
•  Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment, a self-starter who is able to
•  multi-task and change priorities
•  Knowledge of PLC and controls would be an asset
•  Licensed Industrial Mechanic (millwright), Class 4 Power Engineer, or equivalent work experience
•  A valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license is required
•  A valid Class1 license would be considered asset