Industrial Electrician

Wonderbrands; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Industrial Electrician to join their dynamic team in Winnipeg. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining a variety of electrical and automation components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal functionality of production equipment while collaborating with a dedicated team focused on continuous improvement. With a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a company renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation in the bakery sector. If you're ready to take on a tasty new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Premiums for Additional Certifications

Dual Ticket Premium

Annual Tool Allowance

Annual Safety Boot Allowance

Competitive Benefits and Pension Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in high-speed manufacturing, preferably food.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems and equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

Red Seal Industrial Electrician Ticket

Tools

Multi-meters

Insulation Testers

Thermal Imaging Equipment

Hand and Power Tools

Job description

Job Posting

Ready for a Tasty New Challenge?

As an Industrial Electrician on our team, your primary responsibilities will include examination, troubleshooting, replacement/repair of a wide variety of electrical and automation components. In addition, you will provide technical support to our production team during runtime hours to ensure optimal functionality of all production equipment within the facility. Utilizing our internal asset management system, your daily downtime routine will include preventative, corrective and facility maintenance. Additional tasks/duties may be required to meet operational demands.

Job Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Wage: $42.81/hour (Ticketed) + $2.00/hour night shift premium (if applicable)

Shift: Night – Continental (12 hour shifts)

Job Details:

• Must be available to work Weekends and Overtime as needed
• Fast paced working environment
• High Emphasis on Team Work
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Manufacturing Equipment Troubleshooting
• Preventative Maintenance
• Corrective Maintenance
• Facility (Building) Maintenance
• Motor Control System Troubleshooting
• Relay Logic and Pneumatic Control Troubleshooting
• Previous Food Manufacturing Experience – An Asset
• Mechanical or PLC Knowledge – An Asset

Job Responsibilities:

• Read equipment manuals and blueprints to successfully complete installations, troubleshooting and repairs
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain motors, motor control logic, photo eyes, automation field devices and pneumatic control systems
• General facility electrical system maintenance (120-600V Electrical Systems)
• Inspect and examine equipment to identify irregularities and malfunctions
• Adjust equipment and repair/replace defective components
• Proficient knowledge using tools such as Multi-meters and Insulation Testers to troubleshoot and identify electrical components in need of overhaul, maintenance or calibration
• Assemble equipment prior to installation using hand and power tools
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to optimize equipment safety, efficiency and reliability
• Complete Work Orders according to PM and CM schedules
• Comply with all applicable legislative and Bakery food safety, health and safety and environmental policies and procedures
• Ensure that work area is clean of debris and hazards at all times
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with provincial and internal LOTO policy
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Must possess a valid Red Seal Industrial Electrician ticket from a nationally accredited program.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a high speed manufacturing environment (Food manufacturing is highly preferred)
• High aptitude with Industrial Electrical systems (Required)
• Proven track record working with Multi-meters, Insulation Testers and Thermal Imaging equipment (Required)
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs
• Thrives in a team environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Excel, Outlook)
• Focuses on continuous self-improvement
• Advanced PLC troubleshooting

Additional Perks:

• Premiums for additional Certifications
• Dual Ticket Premium
• Annual Tool Allowance
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance
• Competitive Benefits and Pension Program

Wonderbrands is a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads. We are the makers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa. We have a network of 14 Bakery Manufacturing facilities across Canada. Wonderbrands, now part of the FGF Brands Group of companies, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, through a leading-edge supply chain practice and investing deeply in communities where we bake. We are heavily focused on embracing an entrepreneurial drive and a highly collaborative start up culture with an emphasis on cross-functional collaboration.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.