Millwright Afternoons

Inovata Foods; Tillsonburg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Inovata Foods in Tillsonburg, Ontario, is seeking an Afternoon Millwright to install, maintain and repair production and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing environment.

You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, interpret drawings, and work with production and quality teams to meet schedules while upholding food safety and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial or food processing machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of basic electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems related to production equipment.
• Proficiency in preventative maintenance practices and troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and adherence to SOPs.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams.
• Relevant trade certification or apprenticeship as an Industrial Millwright (or equivalent), or a combination of education and experience in industrial maintenance.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing or food processing environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production and packaging equipment to ensure reliable operation in a food manufacturing environment.
• Perform preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and extend machinery life.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic issues; replace or repair parts as needed.
• Interpret technical drawings and manuals; ensure equipment is configured to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to minimize downtime and comply with safety and food safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read drawings and schematics

Electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic know‑

Preventative maintenance

Safety compliance

Teamwork & communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Industrial Millwright certificate or apprenticeship

Job description

Company Description Inovata Foods is a North American leader in manufacturing and distributing private label frozen entrées for retailers and foodservice customers across the USA and Canada. The company operates two SQF certified facilities and relies on rigorous quality assurance and an experienced culinary team to deliver high-quality, value-driven products. Inovata Foods partners with many of North America’s largest retailers to help them create differentiated private label offerings that strengthen their brands and margins. Since 1989, its mission has been to create wholesome, convenient meals that bring family and friends together. The company is guided by core values summarized as its RECIPE for success: Respect, Engagement, Courage, Integrity, Passion, and Excellence.

Role Description The Millwright Afternoons role is a full-time, on-site position based in Tillsonburg, ON. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production and packaging equipment to ensure reliable operation in a food manufacturing environment. Day-to-day tasks include performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, replacing or repairing parts, and ensuring machinery is configured to meet production schedules and quality standards. The Millwright will interpret technical drawings and manuals, collaborate with production and quality teams to minimize equipment downtime, and follow all safety and food safety regulations. The role may also involve assisting with equipment upgrades, maintaining accurate maintenance records, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial or food processing machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of basic electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems related to production equipment.
• Proficiency in preventative maintenance practices and troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams.
• Relevant trade certification or apprenticeship as an Industrial Millwright (or equivalent), or a combination of education and experience in industrial maintenance.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing or food processing environment is an asset.
• Ability to work afternoon shifts, respond to changing priorities, and manage tasks with attention to detail.