Journeyman Electrician

Wonderbrands; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading North American bakery as a Maintenance Electrician, where your expertise in electrical systems will be pivotal in ensuring optimal production capabilities. In this dynamic role, you will troubleshoot and maintain a variety of electrical and automation components, supporting a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This innovative company values teamwork and continuous improvement, providing you with opportunities to enhance your skills while contributing to a robust Talent and Development team. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will play a key role in maintaining the functionality of production equipment and ensuring a safe work environment. If you are passionate about electrical systems and thrive in a collaborative setting, 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

• Required Red Seal certification with 3+ years in high-speed manufacturing.
• Proficient with electrical troubleshooting tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and food safety regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Troubleshooting skills

Teamwork

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Basic PLC troubleshooting

Education

Ticketed in a nationally accredited Electrical Trade / Red Seal

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment

Tools

Multi-meters

Insulation Testers

Thermal Imagers

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Posting

MAINTENANCE - ELECTRICIAN

Wonderbrands, is a leading North American bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads, artisan breads, and donuts. We are one of the largest bakeries within North America and producers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa.

Wonderbrands, a division of FGF Brands, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, a leading-edge supply chain practice, and investing deeply in communities where we bake. We are hiring to build a robust Talent and Development team to support our bakeries and Team Members.

As a Maintenance Electrician on our team, your primary responsibilities will include examination, troubleshooting, and 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: Regina, Saskatchewan

Wage: Based on Experience

Shift: Shift work required to cover a 7-day work week

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, Insulation Testers, and Thermal Imagers 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:

• Ticketed in a nationally accredited Electrical Trade / Red Seal (Required)
• Minimum 3 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
• Basic PLC troubleshooting

Additional Perks:

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

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.