General Mechanic A

Hood Packaging Corporation; Montreal; On-site; CAD 42,778 - 60,927; 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 packaging manufacturing company in Montreal is seeking a dedicated Industrial Mechanic to join their maintenance team. You will ensure efficient operation of equipment and contribute to production continuity. The ideal candidate has a DEP/DEC in industrial mechanics and a minimum of 5 years' experience. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimizing machinery. Proficiency in French is required, and familiarity with SQF standards is preferred. Competitive benefits and a stable work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a unionized environment preferred.
• Strong sense of priorities and autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Respond to mechanical breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance as per schedule.
• Install or optimize equipment based on needs.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret mechanical plans

Knowledge of SQF and HACCP standards

Proficiency in French

Strong analytical skills

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Education

DEP / DEC in industrial mechanics

Tools

MS Office

Maintenance software

Job description

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Hood Packaging Corporation provided pay range

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Base pay range

CA$37.64/hr - CA$37.64/hr

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

Unionized, stable, and safe work environment

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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