Electrical Apprentice Electrician All Levels - Continental Shift

Conestoga-Meat-Packers; Woolwich; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full-time hours

Overtime options

Referral bonus program

Benefits after 3 months

Pension plan

Job summary

Conestoga Meats in Ontario is seeking an Electrical Apprentice (all levels) for the Continental Day Shift in our Maintenance Department.

The role involves troubleshooting, repairs, PLC software maintenance, and supporting project implementation with safety and quality as priorities.

We offer weekly pay, stable full-time hours, optional overtime, employee referral bonuses, benefits after 3 months, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Two years in a manufacturing environment is asset.
• Working knowledge of safety standards for equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and on multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and components.
• Support project implementation from design to commissioning.
• Maintain and upgrade PLC software and controls drawings.
• Ensure safety devices function and comply with procedures.

Skills

PLC Programming

Troubleshooting

Allen Bradley

Electrical Maintenance

Job description

Electrical Apprentice Electrician All Levels - Continental Shift

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

The World’s Best Pork from the Industry’s Best Team

As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and one of the largest pork processing plants in Canada we provide premium pork products to those who desire responsibly raised, healthy, quality pork through their commitment to local farmers, families, and communities worldwide. Produced By Families for Families

We invest in our employee’s potential and value to the company by providing professional development and training for all roles and succession planning to align job interests and potential. Hiring from within is our go to growing our own right here.

ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE (Open to All Levels)

OPERATIONS: MAINTENANCE DEPT – CONTINENTAL DAY SHIFT

REPORTS TO: MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

POSTING #: 94

Open Positions: One (1)

Rate Group: $34.71 - $48.06 dependent on level

Shift Hours: 7:00am – 5:30pm.

Please Note: The successful candidate may be required to change rotations throughout the apprenticeship period to support training & development.

WHY WORK AT CONESTOGA MEATS?

• $34.71-$48.06/per hour with available overtime options
• Weekly pay by direct deposit
• Stable full-time hours; no rotating shifts
• Optional daily and weekend overtime available
• Employee referral bonus program (minimum $300 per hire)
• Competitive benefits package for you and your family at 3 months of service
• Pension plan and company matching at 1 year of service.
• Floater day given on top of vacation days.
• Diverse workforce; translation of communication materials into 8 languages
• Discounts on quality pork products
• Employee assistance program (financial assistance, mental health resources)
• Social Committee events (food trucks, gifts, games),
• BBQ's and wellness programs
• On-site training and company provided equipment.
• Employee scholarship program and English courses
• Positive and friendly team environment with a supportive Management Team

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS / ROLES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides support in troubleshooting / repairs and system improvements (optimization) to ensure quality and efficiency
• Establish and follow-up project implementation, including timing, concept, feasibility design, specifications, construction and commissioning, as required
• Provides support in testing, repairing, and calibrating electric or electronic components
• Maintains and upgrades PLC software
• Analyze records, charts and all documentation required for maintenance records, projects and departments
• Prepares drawing material specifications to requisitions required by vendors or other departments
• Develops controls drawings and design concepts
• Deals with various venders; both supplier and equipment suppliers
• Responds to all maintenance requirements within the department
• Participate in ongoing cross-training, multi-skilling activities within the organization
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency in achieving results
• Ensures that all operator safety devices function properly on completion of repairs, modifications and installations
• Knows and understands process documentation and customer specific requirements, as they relate to this job function
• Follows and complies with all Operational Procedures and Policies
• Adheres to Conestoga Meat's core values
• Performs other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of two (2) years demonstrated and verifiable experience working in a manufacturing environment an asset
• Working Knowledge (oral/written) of both English and Mathematics
• Working knowledge of Safety Standards of Equipment
• PLC Programming and troubleshooting experience; Allen Bradley
• Ability to work in various locations within and outside the plant
• Good attention to detail, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and multiple demands
• Ability to uphold confidentiality
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to work overtime to meet customer needs
• Ability to work independently and without supervision

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Accountability and Initiative

• Commits to producing the very best output, while maintaining safety and quality.
• Takes ownership of your work and meet all commitments.
• Takes initiative and demonstrates a "do whatever it takes" work ethic to get the work done.
• Displays personal ownership and a sense of urgency over any issues or complaints that arise from the customer experience, both internal and external.

Communicating with Clarity

• Verifies the meaning of messages sent by others and confirms any next steps required.
• Communicates in a manner that is straightforward and easy to understand.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work in a multi-disciplined and fast-paced work environment where Safety, Quality, People, and productivity are the focus of all organizational objectives.

Candidates will need to find their own transportation.

No public transportation available.

Reason for vacancy: existing position (40 hours per week).

Online applications only. As of May 1, 2026, we will no longer be accepting paper resumes or applications for any roles.

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