Millwright

1081 ROQUETTE CANADA LTD; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Roquette, a global plant-based ingredients leader, seeks a Millwright to maintain and install plant machinery at the Portage la Prairie site in Manitoba. The role is full-time with a 12-hour rotating shift, including days and nights, and requires a Red Seal/Provincial license and SAP experience.

The candidate will read blueprints, estimate materials, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and prioritize safety and quality in all tasks.

Qualifications

• Certification: Journeyperson Industrial Millwright License or Red Seal.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in food.
• Experience with assembly and testing of threaded pipe, tubing, and fittings.
• Strong knowledge of SAP and accessibility to shop floor operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper performance and operation of machinery and equipment in production.
• Minimize downtime via preventive maintenance, planned work orders and breakdown response.
• Read drawings/blueprints to determine repair requirements and scope materials.
• Coordinate work with electrical and structural teams and provide project estimates.
• Operate forklifts and handling equipment; maintain safety and workmanship standards.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment failures promptly.

Education

Journeyperson Industrial Millwright License (or Red Seal)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Overview

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

Role

We are looking for our next Millwright to join our Maintenance team. The Millwright is responsible for maintaining all plant machinery and mechanical equipment in safe, reliable working order, as well as installing new equipment when required. This position is based at the Roquette plant in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.

Compensation

The current hourly rate range for this role is $39.00-$46.00/hour, plus a $2.00/hour night shift premium. The posted range reflects the full salary range for the position and does not necessarily represent the expected starting pay. New hire offers are generally made below the maximum of the range and are determined based on several factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and other job-related considerations.

What you’ll do

• Ensure the proper performance and operation of machinery and equipment used in production.
• Minimize production downtime by completing preventive maintenance inspections, planned work orders, and responding to breakdowns and emergency repairs in an efficient and timely manner.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine repair requirements.
• Scope and estimate material and labor requirements for maintenance projects.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines, including electrical and structural teams.
• Provide project estimates and feedback to maintenance planners.
• Carry out all work in a safe and professional manner while complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship to prevent manufacturing equipment breakdowns.
• Perform mechanical tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor.
• Order necessary parts and materials, work with suppliers, and participate in supplier meetings.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment as required based on departmental needs.
• Apply mechanical principles and analytical techniques to improve manufacturing processes and equipment, with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment failures in a timely manner.
• Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements.

What you’ll need

• Education: Certified Journeyperson Industrial Millwright License (or equivalent) issued by the Province of Manitoba, or a Red Seal Certificate from another Canadian province.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food industry.
• Experience with the assembly and testing of threaded pipe, tubing, and fitting systems.
• Strong knowledge of and experience using SAP.
• Ability to work on the shop floor, including walking, climbing, and lifting.
• Availability for on-call work, overtime, and extended hours based on business needs.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Full-time position. 12-hour rotating shift schedule: 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off.

Additional Information

At this time, Roquette is unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization for this position. Roquette is also unable to provide relocation assistance for this role. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the work location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AAP | EEO | Drug-Free Workplace

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Company Culture & Values

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws. As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach. To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com Roquette is a global leader in sustainable plant-based solutions, driving innovation and strong partnerships that are shaping the future of nutrition, health, and bioindustry. The company harnesses natural resources such as wheat, corn, seaweed, and cellulose to craft high-performance ingredients used in everyday foods, oral medications, advanced biopharmaceuticals, and a range of bio-based products. A family-owned company with over 90 years of expertise and 11,000 employees, Roquette serves clients in over 150 countries and is committed to creating lasting value for customers, patients, consumers, and society. Together, we turn the potential of nature into the essentials of life. Discover more about Roquette here.