Maintenance Co-op - Tissue Dieppe - Winter 2026

Irving Tissue; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tissue manufacturer is seeking engineering students for a role focusing on equipment troubleshooting and maintenance optimization. The position involves developing processes and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Strong analytical skills and effective communication are essential, with prior experience in manufacturing being an asset. This role offers growth opportunities within a recognized company.

Benefits

Co-op fee reimbursement up to $1000

Job related training and development

Growth and progression opportunities

Signing incentives for full-time roles

Relocation costs covered

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist and lead in equipment troubleshooting and root cause analyses.
• Develop processes for critical maintenance jobs.
• Support continuous improvement of asset management software.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communicator

Time management skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Engineering student preferred

Job description

What We Offer

• Co-op fee reimbursement up to $1000, if eligible
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Signing incentives for full-time roles for graduating students who have completed a work term within J.D. Irving (if applicable)
• Relocation costs (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Assist and lead in equipment troubleshooting, root cause analyses
• Assist and lead capital projects
• Develop processes for critical maintenance jobs
• Support our transition to an online parts manual software
• Support continuous improvement of our asset management software
• Lead preventive maintenance optimization events
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Create and optimize reporting of key performance indicators for maintenance and stores
• Working with and supporting the maintenance team, including electrical, mechanical and facilities team with other duties assigned

Qualifications

• Engineering students preferred
• Ability to work independently
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communicator
• Time management skills
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting is considered an asset

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale in Canada and Scotties in the US - and private label. We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. Each year, its forest operations harvest less than 2 percent of the forest it manages, ensuring that the company grows more wood than it harvests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the J.D. Irving Forest Supply Chain has been declared carbon neutral.