Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Apprentice or Industrial Electrician Apprentice

Default Brand; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Default Brand is seeking an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Apprentice or Industrial Electrician Apprentice to join our manufacturing maintenance team. This full-time role supports licensed tradespersons, assists with preventive maintenance, and participates in root-cause investigations.

You will read blueprints, operate under safety procedures, and progress through Ontario apprenticeship levels with rotating 12-hour shifts, potentially advancing to certified trades.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn troubleshooting, maintenance, and diagnostics.
• Evidence of mechanical aptitude and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed tradespersons in troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related issues.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, sensors, robots, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals.
• Support emergency breakdown response activities.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities.
• Attend required apprenticeship training and progress through apprenticeship levels.

Skills

Safety Focus

Learning Agility

Education

Ontario Apprenticeship (433A Millwright or 442A Industrial Electrician)

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Apprentice or Industrial Electrician Apprentice

• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

Essential Functions:

• Assist licensed tradespersons in troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in preventative maintenance activities on production equipment and facility systems.
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related issues.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, sensors, robots, and associated equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Support emergency breakdown response activities
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Attend required apprenticeship training and progress through apprenticeship levels.
• Follow all safety procedures and company standards.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Reliability and Continuous Improvement Responsibilities:

• Learn and participate in Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.
• Assist in identifying chronic equipment failures and recurring downtime issues.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5 Why investigations, and corrective action activities.
• Support condition-based maintenance inspections including vibration, temperature, lubrication, and visual equipment checks.
• Learn precision maintenance practices including alignment, torque control, lubrication excellence, and equipment inspections.
• Assist in maintaining accurate asset history and work order documentation within SAP PM or CMMS systems.
• Participate in equipment reliability improvement projects aimed at reducing technical downtime and increasing plant yield.
• Develop an understanding of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and how maintenance activities impact production performance.
• Support defect elimination initiatives and continuous improvement projects across the plant.Build technical skills in PLC troubleshooting, automation systems, sensors, drives, and industrial controls under supervision.

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Safety Focus
• Learning Agility

Qualifications Required:

• Registered Ontario Apprentice (433A Millwright or 442A Industrial Electrician).
• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial maintenance
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including days and nights.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Must maintain apprenticeship registration with Skilled Trades Ontario.
• Successful completion of apprenticeship requirements may lead to qualification as: