Industrial Electrician

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Commitment to Learning

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc in Winnipeg is looking for an Industrial Electrician to maintain production equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing equipment, ensuring safety, and working overnight shifts.

The role requires Red Seal Certification and offers competitive health benefits and a pension plan. With responsibilities such as programming VFDs and reading electrical schematics, this position is essential for daily operations and employee safety.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification required.
• Own hand tools essential.
• Ability to work overnight shift necessary.
• Availability for weekend overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install processing equipment.
• Program and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Read and understand electrical power and control system wiring.
• Repair and maintain motor controls and safety sensors.

Skills

Red Seal Certification

Knowledge of plant and equipment operations

Good mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work in a team‑based environment

Job description

Maple Leaf Food’s Maintenance team seeks an Industrial Electrician to maintain and serve equipment used in daily production of our products. You will ensure safe plant operations and a safe working environment for all employees.

Rate: $47.92/hour. Night shift (overnight) premium: $0.75/hour.

Role

Application deadline: June 25. Applications received after this date may not be guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install processing equipment with knowledge of electrical systems.
• Program and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Read and understand electrical power and control system wiring and schematics.
• Repair/maintain/mixed motor controls, temperature sensors, and safety sensors.
• Work with voltages ranging from 24 V to 575 V, 3‑phase.
• Read logic and flow diagrams.
• Carry out oral/printed work requests and apply corrective action.
• Perform regular Work Orders and account for inventory and labour on a computerized maintenance program.
• Understand and adhere to all plant Food/Health and Safety Policies.

What You’ll Bring

• Red Seal Certification.
• Own hand tools.
• Knowledge of plant and equipment operations.
• Ability to organize and plan daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a team‑based environment.
• Ability to work overnight shift.
• Good mathematical, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Availability for weekend overtime as production demands require.

What We Offer

• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Commitment to Learning – courses, resources and tools provided to all employees.
• Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Maple Leaf Foods is an equal opportunity employer.