General Mechanic A

Hood Packaging Corporation; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to group insurance

Uniform and safety equipment provided

Group RRSP with employer contribution

Free on-site parking

Company-organized events

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Montreal is seeking a motivated General Mechanic A to ensure proper functioning of equipment and continuity of production operations. The ideal candidate will have a DEP/DEC in industrial mechanics or related field, with a minimum of 5 years' experience. Proficiency in French is essential, and candidates will be expected to maintain a safe and organized work environment. Benefits include group insurance, uniform provision, and a group RRSP with employer contribution.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and pneumatic plans.
• Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, lockout/tagout, and ARC FLASH standards.
• Proficiency in French (required) and English (asset).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Respond to mechanical breakdowns swiftly.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Install and optimize industrial equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Reading mechanical plans

Familiarity with MS Office

Education

DEP / DEC in industrial mechanics or related field

Tools

Maintenance software

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Job Description

Société Emballages Hood is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Mechanic to join our maintenance team. You will play a key role in ensuring the proper functioning of our equipment and the smooth continuity of our production operations.

Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and effectively to mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic breakdowns to minimize downtime
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as per the schedule in the EAM system and complete all work orders using a computer
• Install, modify, or optimize industrial equipment based on operational needs
• Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of existing systems
• Keep technical documentation up to date (work orders, drawings, procedures, etc.)
• Be available for on-call service and respond outside of regular hours if necessary
• Strictly follow safety rules and quality/food safety policies (SQF standards)
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Job Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and pneumatic plans (standard and ISO)
• Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, lockout/tagout, and ARC FLASH standards
• Proficiency in French (spoken and written) is required; English is an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills, sense of priorities, autonomy, precision, and teamwork
• Familiarity with MS Office and maintenance software (asset)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• DEP / DEC in industrial mechanics, electromechanics, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience in a unionized environment (asset)

Working Conditions and Benefits

• Access to group insurance after 3 months (medical, dental, life, disability, etc.)
• Uniform and safety equipment provided
• Group RRSP with employer contribution after 1 year
• Free on-site parking
• Company-organized events