Class B Refrigeration Engineer (Shift Work)

Sofina Foods Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in protein manufacturing is seeking a skilled Operating Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of mechanical equipment. This dynamic role involves regular inspections, troubleshooting, and performing preventive maintenance to avoid breakdowns. You will work in a fast-paced environment with a rotating shift schedule, contributing to the safety and efficiency of the production process. If you are passionate about mechanical systems and eager to make an impact in a leading company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid 3rd Class Operating Engineer or Class A Operator certification required.
• Proficiency in mechanical hand and power tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and maintain mechanical plant equipment.
• Ensure compliance with TSSA regulations and GMP rules.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint reading

Use of mechanical hand tools

Use of power tools

Education

3rd Class Operating Engineer/Refrigeration B Operator

Class A Operator

Job description

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

About us

Sofina Foods is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products in Canada and Europe. Our family of brands include: Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher’s, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam in Canada; and Youngs, Greenland and Karro’s in UK. We are also the exclusive Canadian distributor of Italy’s finest Rio Mare, Lavazza products and Kicking Horse Coffee in Canada.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, this individual will perform regular inspections and repair, replace or maintain work when necessary to prevent breakdowns and major overhauls on mechanical plant equipment on shift. Please note: This role requires rotating shifts and weeks - 2/2/3 schedule with rotating days and nights at 12 hours a day (one week would be 48 hours and the next week would be 36 hours).

Key Accountabilities

1. Ensures compliance with TSSA regulations.
2. Maintains repairs, troubleshoots electrical problems, routine preventive maintenance, installs and repairs water/drainage piping, and compressed air piping repairs, ammonia piping system repairs.
3. Checks and replaces mechanical components and controls.
4. Ensures proper use and storage of approved chemicals.
5. Follows GMP rules and GMP for Maintenance rules while performing repairs and PM tasks.
6. Ensures temporary repairs are done in a manner that does not create potential food safety hazards.
7. Informs Sanitation or Production when repairs are completed so that proper sanitation of surfaces can be completed.

Qualifications

1. Valid 3rd Class Operating Engineer/Refrigeration B Operator or Class A Operator.
2. Must be proficient in the use of all mechanical hand tools and power tools.
3. Must be able to read and understand blueprints.

Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.