Line Technician

Socket.dev; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits after probation

Job summary

Freshline Foods in Mississauga, Ontario is seeking a diligent Line Technician to preserve the good condition of our production machines. You will perform machine maintenance, repairs, inspections, and related tasks across a busy food processing line, ensuring safety and quality standards.

A strong mechanical/electrical background and CMMS familiarity are essential. The role requires flexibility to cover 7 days a week as needed, with a permanent full-time schedule and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Previous trade or related experience.
• Mechanical or Electrical Diploma and/or equivalent degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology.
• Experience with CMMS and/or relevant ticketing tools.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge in the food service industry, preferably the produce sector.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain designated area equipment.
• Regularly inspect food processing equipment per Health & Safety procedures.
• Develop new SOPs and a Preventative Maintenance Schedule for new equipment; modify existing ones.

Skills

Troubleshooting

CMMS experience

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Food service knowledge

Education

Electro-Mechanical Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Company Description

Freshline is one of Canada’s premier processors of fresh-cut, value-added fruits and vegetables. We offer an extensive line of fresh-cut produce items to the foodservice, retail, and manufacturing sectors. At Freshline Foods, we have the expertise to custom cut and pack any fresh fruit and vegetables to enhance quality and shelf life. We also offer private label programs. All our manufacturing processes follow the strictest food safety guidelines in our industry and our full-time quality assurance team ensures all operations abide by HACCP/ G.M.P food safety guidelines.

Job Brief

We are looking for a thorough Line Technician to undertake the responsibility to preserve the good condition of our production machines. The job holder will be required to perform a variety of tasks including machine maintenance, repairs, inspections etc.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance for designated area (Depending on specific qualifications — responsibilities will change accordingly).
• Regular check & inspection on food processing equipment in accordance with Health & Safety Procedures.
• Develop new SOPs and Preventative Maintenance Schedule for new equipment and modify existing ones as needed.
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on building mechanical equipment on a regular basis; inspect belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filter etc.
• Work with different manufactures and procuring proper parts as instructed.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Maintain and replenish inventory as per the spare parts program.
• Responsible for installing, dismantling, repairing, reassembling, and moving machinery in our food processing line.
• Work on CMMS and on equipment maintenance as required. This is a dual role where planners can only succeed in planning if they know how to perform those tasks.
• Ability to work with multiple different vendors for parts orders and be able to manage different projects or equipment downtime properly.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Always keep work area clean and tidy.
• Always wear proper PPE, as required.
• Always work safety to Occupational Health & Safety Act Standards.
• Always work in compliance to GMP rules.

Job Terms

• Job Type: Permanent Full-time, 40 hours per week, adjustment pending on business need
• Probationary Period: 3 months or 480 hours, whichever longer
• Work Location: 2501-A Stanfield Rd, Mississauga ON, L4Y 1R6
• Shift Requirement: Must be flexible 7 days a week depending on operation needs, Saturday shift required
• Compensation: $22-$24 per hour, depending on experience
• Benefits: Group Benefits entitlement upon completion of probation time

Qualifications

• Previous trade or related experience
• Mechanical or Electrical Diploma and or equivalent degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology
• Experience with CMMS and or relevant ticketing tools
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge in the food service industry, preferably the produce sector

Freshline provides reasonable accommodations at any stage in our hiring process. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in completing your application. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.