Maintenance Millwright

Manpower Canada; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join a stable manufacturing environment in Newmarket, Ontario. In this role, you will work during straight day shifts and enjoy an excellent compensation package including $35-40/hr pay and comprehensive benefits. This position requires expertise in PLC programming and strong troubleshooting skills, as you'll be responsible for maintaining advanced manufacturing systems and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in manufacturing or automotive settings.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plan

Profit-sharing program

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Solid mechanical aptitude with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLC-controlled systems.
• Perform root cause analysis on electrical, mechanical, and automation issues.
• Execute preventative and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Post-secondary education in Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering

Certificate of Qualification in a recognized trade

Tools

Allen Bradley

Siemens

Cognex

Keyence

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Straight Day Shift | $35-40/hr | Excellent Total Rewards

Are you an experienced Maintenance Millwright who wants cutting-edge technology without rotating shifts? This is a rare opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking manufacturing environment where your expertise is valued, your schedule is predictable, and your compensation reflects your skill set.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Straight day shift

• $35-40/hr

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Pension plan

• Profit-sharing program

• Paid vacation

• A clean, safety-first facility with modern automation and continuous improvement culture

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the maintenance and automation team, you’ll play a critical role in keeping advanced manufacturing systems running at peak performance.

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLC-controlled systems, vision inspection equipment, barcoding systems, CNC machining centers, and electromechanical presses

• Perform root cause analysis on electrical, mechanical, and automation issues and implement permanent corrective actions

• Maintain and update PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and vision system configurations, including backups and documentation

• Execute preventative and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and improve production efficiency

• Support the implementation, integration, and commissioning of new automation technologies

• Provide hands-on technical guidance and mentoring to junior technicians and apprentices

• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives focused on downtime reduction

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education in Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related field

• Certificate of Qualification in a recognized trade (Industrial Electrician, Millwright, Tool & Die Maker, Automation or Controls Technician)

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment

• Strong experience with:

  • PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar)

  • Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, or similar)

  • Barcoding systems integration

  • Electromechanical presses and automation cells

• Solid mechanical aptitude with hydraulic and pneumatic systems

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Clear verbal and written communication skills