Electrician

Saputo, Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy processing company is seeking an Electrician/Instrument Tech in Canada. This role involves installing and maintaining electrical and instrumentation systems, ensuring safety and compliance. Candidates should possess an industrial electrician certificate and have at least three years of experience in a food processing environment. The position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive employee benefits, including insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Full range of group insurance benefits

Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution

Employee assistance programs

Discounted products

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in a food processing facility is an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of GMP, Food Safety Systems, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Test electrical and electronic equipment for continuity and performance.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and maintain records.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Industrial electrician/instrumentation certificate

Tools

SAP

PLC controls and programming systems

PC Windows-based OS

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the Role

Saputo Dairy Products is seeking an enthusiastic Electrician/Instrument Tech to join our team. As a member of the Maintenance team, this position is responsible for the installation and maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, PLC, power/control, and automation systems within the facility.

Salary: $46.36 per hour

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Committed to safety, the environment, working within a team, willing to learn and contribute.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations.
• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, lighting, and other electrical components.
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
• Maintain, repair, test, and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries, hydraulic, HVAC, and pneumatic electrical control systems.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems and other related devices.
• Conduct preventative maintenance programs and maintain records using CMMS.
• Maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices.
• Capable of medium to heavy lifting.
• Work on a twelve-hour shift rotation to cover production requirements.
• Communicate regularly with plant personnel.
• Ensure all work is performed safely, following OH&S, WCB, Food Safety, and other regulations and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Industrial electrician/instrumentation certificate. Apprentice considered.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a food processing facility is an asset.
• High level of self-motivation and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature, flow controls, calibrations, and programming.
• Proficiency and dependability.
• Strong, independent individual with the ability to function within a team.
• Multi-tasking, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Advanced mechanical, technical, and software aptitude. Experience in SAP is an asset.
• Knowledge of PLC controls and programming systems. Allen Bradley experience is an asset.
• PC Windows-based OS experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of GMP, Food Safety Systems, and compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good judgment, diligence, and a strong work and attendance record.

Employee Benefits:

• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Stock purchase options
• Group RRSP
• Workplace health and wellness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Discounted Saputo products

Saputo supports diversity and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, and Alexis de Portneuf.

The material provided is for informational purposes only. All Saputo job postings are subject to specific skill requirements and local employment laws. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Making good food is our passion. We process about 11 billion liters of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy products sold in over 60 countries, with 59 manufacturing facilities and over 19,400 employees across Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the UK.