Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic / Millwright
Business Unit: Donini Chocolate
Department: Maintenance
Location: Belleville, Ontario (Onsite)
Reports To: Director of Operations
Starting Wage: $39.20/hourly
About Donini Chocolate
Position Overview
Donini Chocolate is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in a full-time hourly position. We are looking for a hands-on maintenance professional with strong mechanical aptitude and industrial experience to support our chocolate manufacturing operations. A Millwright background is considered an asset; however, we welcome candidates with the right combination of technical skills, troubleshooting ability, and hands-on maintenance experience. The successful candidate will have experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment preferably within a food manufacturing environment. Experience in chocolate or confectionery operations is considered a significant asset.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment.
• Maintain and service pumps, fluid transfer systems, piping, valves, conveyors, mixers, tempering equipment, and other mechanical systems used in chocolate and confectionery manufacturing.
• Diagnose equipment failures and complete repairs efficiently to minimize production downtime.
• Install, modify, and commission production equipment as required.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and plant efficiency.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to support safe and efficient operations.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with food safety, GMP, and workplace health and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support preventative maintenance programs.
Qualifications
• Strong industrial maintenance experience with proven mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Millwright certification is considered an asset but is not required for candidates with relevant experience.
• Minimum 5-7 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food, chocolate, or confectionery manufacturing.
• Strong experience with pumps, fluid handling and transfer systems, mechanical drives, bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, and process equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
What We Offer
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for growth.
• A collaborative team environment within a well-established Canadian chocolate manufacturer.
• The opportunity to work with specialized food manufacturing equipment in a unique chocolate production environment.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Compensation & Benefits
This position is classified within our Technical / Skilled Trades Career Framework.
Grade: P3
The P3 level reflects a fully qualified Maintenance Mechanic / Millwright with strong technical expertise, capable of independently executing complex maintenance work, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting overall plant reliability.
Progression is performance-based and aligned with technical capability, safety performance, and contributions to operational efficiency.
In addition to base compensation and overtime eligibility, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package including extended health, dental, and vision coverage, along with programs that support ongoing trade development and overall well-being.
Compensation details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the recruitment process.
