Mechanical Technician - Weekend Shift

Nortera; Coquitlam, Ingersoll; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nortera, a leader in ready-to-cook vegetables, seeks a maintenance technician for weekend shifts. The role involves maintaining equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting production efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in mechanical systems and food safety practices.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Complete range of social benefits

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Opportunities to work on inspiring projects

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, and welding.
• Manufacturing experience, preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
• Prior knowledge of food safety and security practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain processing and packaging machinery.
• Respond to breakdowns and other work assigned.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, Food Safety, and GMP protocols.

Skills

Knowledge of pumps

Hydraulics

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding skills

Mechanical systems

Food safety practices

Job description

As the North American leader in ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food. Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brands Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.

Benefits: Competitive hourly wage; complete range of social benefits and employee assistance program (EAP); opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!

Position Overview: The successful candidate will be a safe and collaborative teammate, responsible for the efficient and safe maintenance of the facility’s equipment and machinery along with other duties as assigned. This is a weekend position with 1-2 weekdays if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inspect and maintain all processing and packaging machinery by carrying out preventative maintenance.
2. Respond to breakdowns and other work assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
3. Maintain equipment parts lists and manuals, determining necessary parts required for routine maintenance and inventory to ensure maximum production time.
4. Ensure compliance with HACCP, Food Safety, and GMP protocols, reporting any concerns to your supervisor.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of pumps, hydraulics, conveyor/auger systems, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, welding, electrical work, and mechanical systems, including conveying systems, pumps, and hydraulics.
• Welding skills such as G. welding, stick welding, plasma cutter.
• Manufacturing experience, preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
• Prior knowledge of food safety and security practices.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from diverse candidates to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.