industrial mechanic

Apple Valley Foods Inc; Kentville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Kentville, Nova Scotia is seeking an experienced Industrial Mechanic. This role involves assembling, installing, and maintaining machinery in a physically demanding environment. Candidates should have relevant certifications, strong communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot complex machinery issues. The position offers competitive health and financial benefits.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a related position.
• Ability to troubleshoot machinery malfunctions.
• Experience with PLC and stainless steel welding.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install mechanical equipment.
• Coach and instruct apprentices.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery.
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts.

Skills

Industrial Mechanic skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Trade Certification

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal Endorsement

Tools

Automated and robotic systems

Conveyor

Machining tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Job description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 48 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work site environment

• At heights
• Noisy
• Odours
• Confined spaces
• Dusty

Work setting

• Machinery installation
• Maintenance
• Service
• Repair
• Overhaul
• Machine set-up
• Food and / or beverage processing

Tasks

• Assemble mechanical equipment
• Assemble stationary industrial machinery
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts
• Fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up
• Perform routine maintenance work on machinery
• Operate machining tools to fabricate parts
• Installing machinery and equipment

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Trade Certification
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal Endorsement

Welding techniques

• Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (TIG)

Equipment and machinery experience

• Automated and robotic system
• Conveyor
• Electrical and electronic controls
• Fans and blowers
• High speed packaging equipment
• Hydraulic system
• Lathes and other machining tools
• Pneumatic system
• Power tools
• Pumps and compressors
• Tool grinders
• Welding equipment
• Hand tools

Area of specialization

• Start-up and testing
• Renovating and restoring
• Troubleshooting
• Bearing, seals and packing
• Stainless steel welding
• Programmable logic controller (PLC)

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan