Electrical & Electronic Technician

Nestlé SA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food company in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to join their chocolate manufacturing plant. This position involves maintaining high-speed PLC and VFD-controlled equipment while adhering to quality and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess an Ontario Journeyman’s Electrical License and experience in industrial maintenance. Competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment are offered in this full-time role that may require shift rotation and weekend work.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits

Annual tool allowance

Pension contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Up to 50% off Nespresso products

Qualifications

• Certified Licensed Electrician with an Ontario license.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario Electrical Code.
• Experience in an industrial maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair High-Speed PLC & VFD equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé Quality Management System.
• Execute preventive maintenance routines and work orders.

Skills

Certified Licensed Electrician

Knowledge of Ontario Electrical Code

Experience in industrial maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Strong computer skills

Leadership skills

Teamwork abilities

Education

Ontario Journeyman’s Electrical License (309A or 442A)

Membership in Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians

Tools

Allen Bradley

Siemens

SAP

Job description

Good Food, Good Life is the very essence of Nestlé. This philosophy can be traced back to our beginnings. The Nestlé Company was founded in 1867 by Henri Nestlé, who developed the first milk-based baby formula. Today, over 150 years later, we are recognized as the world’s largest Food and Beverage Company employing around 280,000 people and have factories or operations in almost every country in the world. Nestlé Canada has a wide variety of food, beverage and nutrition products to help you and your family live happier and healthier lives including Gerber and Good Start, Nescafé, KitKat, Smarties, Aero, Häagen-Dazs, Boost, Purina, and Nestlé Waters. Nestlé Canada supports your personal growth with a people-focused culture and a flexible and diverse working environment. Find out why, there is more to Life at Nestlé…

We offer you:

• Great comprehensive benefits package including Health and Dental benefits.
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company.

POSITION: Maintenance Electrician 309A, 442A

BUSINESS UNIT: Sterling Road Factory

REPORTS TO: Controls and Electrical Engineering Team Leader

Nestlé Canada Confectionary has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Electrician to join the Maintenance team at our chocolate manufacturing plant, located in Toronto, Ontario. This is an 8 hr shift position and may involve shift rotation and weekend work depending on business needs.

You will have access to employee perks

• $44.10/hr (2026 rate is $45.09) + shift premiums (night shift $0.90/hour and afternoon shift $0.75/hour) – wage increases May 1st of each year as per the collective agreement.
• Overtime paid at time and a half on Saturdays and double time on Sundays
• Annual tool allowance of $600; the company will top up the tax portion
• Company matched Pension contributions
• Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits, including short-term and long-term disability, optical coverage, life insurance, and AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
• Access to the Company Store with employee pricing on Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products
• Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

A day in the life:

• Follow all job-related guidelines and procedures for personal safety, food safety, environment and company security (including but not limited to lockout/tag out, use of P.P.E.’s, Hazard Analysis, chemical and product spills, recycling …) as required
• Follow all acts, regulations and codes related to facilities, equipment, environment protection, and Occupational Health and Safety at all times
• Follow all GMP Rules& Regulations and Quality Checks
• Work according to ISO 14001 Environment and OHSAS 18001 Safety requirements.
• Proactively execute the needs of a 24/7 operation while being able to respond to changing demands with short notice.
• Ensure compliance with the Nestle Quality Management System (NQMS) and quality policy as defined by the 4 Cs.
• Trouble-shoot, maintain and repair High-Speed PLC & VFD Controlled Processes and Packaging Equipment.
• Use and maintain Programmable Logic Controllers, instrumentation, and PC to observe and repair machine function.
• Maintain electrical Plant Utilities such as lighting and emergency lighting/generators.
• Timely completion of Preventive Maintenance Routines and Work Orders.
• Advise on problem resolution and the procurement of material and equipment for individual jobs.
• Assist in project work, equipment modifications and new installations as required.
• Keep equipment file documentation system current and updated.
• Ensure EET Shop is maintained in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Ensure Departmental and Electrical Shop logbooks are kept current as per work performed.
• Participate in relevant training as required.
• Other duties as assigned by management

What will make you successful?

• Certified Licensed Electrician with an Ontario Journeyman’s Electrical License (309A or422A).
• Membership or eligibility for the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists is required.
• Strong Knowledge of Ontario Electrical Code
• Experience in an industrial maintenance environment
• Excellent working knowledge and experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens, is preferred.
• Total Performance Management (TPM) knowledge.
• Excellent working knowledge of electronics is required.
• Ability to follow and apply company policies and procedures.
• Strong computer skills, with working knowledge of factory AMM system and SAP highly desired.
• Demonstrated problem solving and leadership skills and can deliver results through people.
• Must exhibit accuracy, efficiency, effectiveness and initiative in the job
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully in a team environment

Please note: Education Verification, Reference Checks and Criminal Background Checks will be administered on suitably qualified candidates.

If you believe you have the profile we are looking for and you want to make your mark in the World’s Largest Food and Beverage Company, we look forward to hearing from you!

Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Diversity and inclusion are incorporated in our everyday reality. We respect and encourage uniqueness and potential regardless of your race, gender, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require.Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.