Electrician

Johnvince Foods Limited; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Opportunities for trade development and certification

Job summary

Johnvince Foods Limited is seeking an experienced Electrician to ensure the reliability and uptime of production equipment at our facility in Cobourg, Ontario. You will be responsible for modifying, repairing, and maintaining various types of machinery, delivering effective solutions to mechanical issues.

This position provides an opportunity to work in a safety-first manufacturing environment while contributing to operational efficiency and growth in the North American market. A valid electrician's license and hands-on experience with electrical systems are required.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance or manufacturing.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reliability, performance, and uptime of production equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and execute preventative maintenance.
• Modify, install, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Customer service mindset

Education

Licensed Industrial Electrician (442A) or Construction & Maintenance Electrician (309A)

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Maintenance tools

Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Job description

Business Unit: Canada Candy Company Department: Maintenance

Location: Cobourg, Ontario (Onsite) Reports To: Plant Manager

About Johnvince Company™

Johnvince Company™ is a leading North American snacking organization with more than 50 years of food manufacturing and commercial expertise.

Founded in 1973, it has evolved from a family‑run business into a vertically integrated enterprise spanning nuts, candy, chocolate, fruit snacks, popcorn, pantry staples, and private label innovation. Today, it operates 10 facilities across North America with more than 2,000 team members.

We scale with disciplined execution, entrepreneurial drive, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and performance.

Our Purpose: Exceeding customer cravings, one bite at a time.

Our Vision: To lead the way in redefining customer experiences through flavourful snacking and service solutions.

We are guided by our core values:

• We Lead by Legacy
• We Are Customer Obsessed
• We Own It
• We Win Together

About Canada Candy Company

Canada Candy Company (CCC), based in Cobourg, is the home of our Candy Manufacturing facility within Johnvince Company™. CCC delivers high‑quality, performance‑driven candy and snack solutions to leading retail and foodservice partners across Canada.

The Opportunity

The Electrician is responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and uptime of production equipment across the facility.

This role executes preventative and corrective maintenance, diagnoses mechanical issues, and delivers timely, effective repairs to support continuous operations. Success is measured through equipment uptime, responsiveness, maintenance execution, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of machinery, equipment and facilities in the processing and packaging departments.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical problems, provide quick & innovative solutions for equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of machining, troubleshooting, and analytical problem solving.
• Operate electrical meters, can run lines, replace electrical boxes and other machine shop tools.
• Deal with ESA, OHSA and MOL on electrical matters, read and understand electrical drawings.
• Work with all levels of voltage up to and including 600 V.
• Set up, take down, and relocate Process and Packaging equipment.
• Modify packaging & process equipment for new products.
• Perform preventative maintenance, and safety inspection.
• Provide solutions to routine or unique equipment problems.
• Respond promptly to equipment related issues with a customer‑oriented manner.
• Responsible for lockout procedures.
• Work safely and follow legislated and established safe work procedures and practices.
• Perform any additional duties as required in adherence to the CCC GMP policies.

What You Bring

• 3–4 years of progressive experience in an industrial electrical maintenance or manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical systems and production equipment to support operational uptime.
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills with the ability to respond effectively under pressure.
• Hands‑on experience with electrical systems up to and including 600 V, including motors, control panels, wiring, electrical boxes, and production machinery.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, conveyors, packaging/process equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and equipment modifications for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Solid understanding of ESA, OHSA, GMP, and lockout/tagout procedures with a strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Licensed Industrial Electrician (442A) or Construction & Maintenance Electrician (309A); additional mechanical or Millwright experience considered an asset.
• Proficiency using electrical testing equipment, maintenance tools, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer‑service mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Why Join Johnvince Company™

At Johnvince Company™, performance, ownership, and disciplined execution power what’s next.

In this role, you will:

• Play a critical role in maintaining equipment reliability and production performance.
• Work within a safety‑first, high‑performance manufacturing environment.
• Contribute directly to operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Production, QA, and Engineering teams.
• Build your career within a growing North American manufacturing platform.

We invest in our people and provide opportunities for trade development, certification, and long‑term career growth across the Johnvince Company™ platform.

This position is classified within our Technical / Skilled Trades Career Framework.

Grade: P3

The P3 level reflects a fully qualified Industrial Electrician with strong technical expertise, capable of independently performing complex electrical maintenance, troubleshooting production and facility equipment, and supporting overall plant reliability and operational uptime.

Progression is performance‑based and aligned with technical capability, safety performance, responsiveness, and contributions to operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

In addition to base compensation and overtime eligibility, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package including extended health, dental, and vision coverage, along with programs that support ongoing trade development, certification growth, and overall employee well‑being.

Compensation details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the recruitment process.

Our Commitment

Johnvince Company™ is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace where diverse perspectives strengthen performance and decision‑making.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable legislation.

Join a company shaping the future of snacking.