Millwright

Mondelēz International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelēz International in Ontario, Canada is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright) to keep our processing and packaging lines running safely and efficiently. You will lead preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex equipment, and coach technicians on PM practices.

You bring a Certified Millwright, 3+ years in manufacturing (food industry a plus), ability to read schematics, CMMS experience, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Certified Millwright (433A) or equivalent mechanical trade license.
• 3+ years in an industrial/manufacturing setting; food industry a plus.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Comfortable with 12‑hour rotating continental shifts.
• Experience with CMMS and preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on production equipment and systems.
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and safely to minimize downtime.
• Inspect, maintain, and rebuild mechanical components like gearboxes, bearings, belts, shafts and drives.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with other trades, production, and quality teams to solve problems and improve processes.
• Follow all safety, food safety (GMP, HACCP), and environmental procedures.
• Keep maintenance records up to date in the CMMS.
• Contribute to a respectful, team‑first work culture.

Skills

Certified Millwright

Mechanical maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings & schematics

CMMS familiarity

Teamwork & communication

Safety & quality focus

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. As expert you will bring a deep technical mastery of the process and equipment. That expertise allows you to lead the planning, process development and implementation of Planned Maintenance Elements in a Continuous Improvement manufacturing environment. You will manage this through teams consisting of various technical and non-technical personnel, key support contractors and operations personnel.

How you will contribute

• Partner & Enable the line leader(s) to deliver the SQCDSM targets-Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability & Morale for the lines, to ensure Process stability;
• Participates in the DMS- Daily Management systems meetings at the shift and line level
• Own the technology and process and centerline settings for the equipment and process and have deep technical mastery of the process and equipment;
• Owns the PM-Progressive maintenance systems and work processes and the PM-Progressive Maintenance Key Performance Indicators for the line/s along with Centerline Management systems;
• owns the R&M-Repairs & Maintenance budget of the line
• Develop, own and execute the line/s preventive and time-based maintenance systems and plans and build capability of the team to execute themselves;
• Build (spends at least 50% of time) technical and maintenance skills of the technicians working in the shifts, so that they are able to operate and maintain their equipment themselves;
• be part of the PM Pillar, own all PM systems and work process at the line level and lead some of them at the department level
• Partner with the Asset and Reliability team for system improvement and execution of special maintenance tasks;
• be responsible for Change Management on the line/s, localization of spares and proper break-down analysis and R&M cost reduction for the line/s;
• Represents the department/line/s as the site technology owner in the regional and global technology forums
• Assist in VSU for the new initiatives and enable the VSU team;
• Help the line leader in internal and external benchmarking and reapplication;
• be the subject matter expert on one of the component categories and be a trainer of PM related subjects for the plant

What you will bring

• Advanced knowledge (including AM-Autonomous Maintenance Step 4 systems & Progressive Maintenance Step 3) & skill to maintain the dedicated equipment(s)at basic conditions independently, including the execution of AM & PM (BD-Breakdown maintenance, planned maintenance) standards on dedicated equipment(s) and TPM - Phase 3 & 4 tools problem solving tools
• The capability to lead a Role for the Line.
• Qualify and coach the next level SWP owners and drive the common opportunity areas across the line in PDCA-Plan Do Check Adjust approach
• The capability to work as the Line Leader, developing and aligning goal/master plan for the line, deploying and managing IDP for the members, coaching team members on their performance management and career development

More About this Role

We’re looking for a Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright) who’s ready to jump in and help keep our factory equipment operating at its best. You’ll work hands‑on with everything from processing and packaging lines to pumps, conveyors, and motors. You’ll be part of a unionized team that values safety, teamwork, and doing things the right way.

What You Bring

• Certified Millwright (433A) or equivalent mechanical trade license.
• 3+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting—food industry experience is a big plus.
• Solid mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills; welding or fabrication experience is an asset.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Comfortable working 12‑hour rotating continental shifts (days and nights).
• Good communication and a strong team player attitude.
• Experience with CMMS systems and preventive maintenance programs.
• Commitment to safety and quality in everything you do.

What You’ll Do

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on production equipment and systems.
• Respond to breakdowns and equipment issues quickly and safely to minimize downtime.
• Inspect, maintain, and rebuild mechanical components like gearboxes, bearings, belts, shafts and drives.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with other trades, production, and quality teams to solve problems and improve processes.
• Follow all safety, food safety (GMP, HACCP), and environmental procedures.
• Keep maintenance records up to date in the CMMS.
• Contribute to a respectful, team‑first work culture.

Why Join Us?

Work with a friendly, experienced crew in a team-focused environment. Competitive pay shift premiums and benefits. A chance to grow your skills and be part of a global brand. Help make the chocolate people love.

Salary and Benefits

The expected hourly rate for this position is $42.89 CAD. In addition to base hourly rate, this position has the potential to earn shift premiums and / or overtime depending on the shift and schedule. Mondelez also offers several generous employee benefits including health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, and vacation and holiday entitlements.

Mondelez welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. AI may be used as part of the recruitment process and in accordance with local laws. This posting is for a current vacancy.

Business Unit Summary

With several brands that are among consumer favourites, including Cadbury, OREO, Christie and Maynards, we are one of the largest snack companies in Canada. Many of our iconic brands are ranked first, second or third in their categories, and our manufacturers and pastry chefs have an enviable mission to create and manufacture chocolate, cookies, crackers and candy in our iconic factories and locations across Ontario. A company with many ambitious growth targets, we have invested close to $250 million in our Ontario plants in recent years alone; We run marketing campaigns promoting innovative products such as Cadbury Dark Milk tablets and OREO Birthday Cake and Peppermint Bark cookies. Our community of more than 2,683 employees is present across Canada and our head office is in Toronto. Passion and dedication characterize our Company. We encourage all our employees to be themselves at work, to speak out and to encourage diversity in all areas of activity. In addition, we foster a flexible work environment and place great importance on the notions of trust and empathy to promote a true sense of belonging. Mondelez welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the term "accommodation" in this posting means changes that are made in order to meet the needs of a person with disabilities and not lodging. Job Type Regular Manufacturing core Manufacturing At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about. We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast. Join us and Make It An Opportunity!