The Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) OR Industrial Electrician are responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and performing preventative maintenance on various types of industrial equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronics, and robotics systems. Both roles require effective collaboration with the maintenance team and operations, as well as experience with lockout procedures and working at heights. The ideal candidates must be self-motivated team players, able to work independently, and flexible with shifts and overtime. These positions offer significant opportunities for future growth and advancement.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot, test, inspect, and repair a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment, including motors, pumps, lighting systems, industrial I/O devices, and control devices.
- Read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
- Maintain, install, align, and repair stationary industrial machinery such as conveyors, pumps, combustion blowers, fans, and tanks using hand and power tools, welding equipment, and machine tools (lathe, milling machine, bandsaw, grinders).
- Perform plumbing tasks with black pipe, copper, and PEX; work with natural gas burners and continuous ovens.
- Operate hoisting and lifting devices (chain blocks, jacks, forklifts) for machinery setup, installation, and repairs.
- Troubleshoot and maintain power transmission systems, regenerative vacuum blowers, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Conduct routine maintenance, lubrication, and equipment calibration activities.
- Repair or replace defective parts and adjust machinery as needed.
- Perform MIG, Stick, and TIG welding as required for repairs and equipment upgrades.
- Investigate equipment malfunctions and perform necessary repairs while completing maintenance reports and work orders via CMMS.
- Adhere to food safety procedures (SQF, GMPs, HACCP) and collaborate with other trades and operations to solve problems.
- Support production by troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
- Follow safety protocols and company policies to maintain a safe work environment.
Required Qualifications:
- 3- 5 years9 experience in fast-paced manufacturing - preferably in the food industry.
- Industrial controls experience preferred (e.g. Allen Bradley PLC, Siemens PLC, VFD Drives, HMI, basic industrial networking).
- Excellent communication skills in English 9 written and verbal.
- Able to work independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to work unsupervised and Works well under stress.
- Computer Literate (Microsoft Office).
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and programmable logic controls.
- Experience in hygienic TIG welding of stainless steels. Aluminum is a bonus.
Shift timing: 9Friday to Tuesday 9pm to 5am
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Certifications:
- Industrial millwright or electrician ticket or equivalent, preferably RED seal
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
Work involves daily exposure to unusual elements such as noise, dirt, dust, fumes, and darkness. Seasonal exposure to weather elements include, but are not limited to, extreme temperatures, hot and cold, wetness and humidity.
Follow safety regulations, company policies, and guidelines
Successful candidate should have the ability to safely and effectively repair failed production line equipment quickly under pressure
Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks such as working around mechanical equipment, forklifts, chemical hazards, and electrical hazards.
Position requires the ability to be on your feet for a long extended part of your day, moving equipment up to 50 pounds; reaching and kneeling on a daily basis.9
Requires the ability to see, hear and communicate with associates as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette.
Personal protective equipment, as defined by C.H. Guenther and Son, will be provided
Will demonstrate, promote and exemplify the Company9s Core Values in People, Quality and Growth9
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include extended health, dental, pension plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, disability insurance, paramedical services, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!9
