Millwright - Apprentice Level 3/4

Winpak; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Sponsored Apprenticeship Train

Higher compensation for dual-ticketed

Job summary

Winpak in Winnipeg, Manitoba is hiring a Millwright Apprentice (Level 3/4) to join the Maintenance Team. The role focuses on keeping production equipment safe, running smoothly, and supported by cross-functional collaboration.

You'll install, repair, and maintain machines, interpret blueprints, and help manage parts and documentation. The position is 100% onsite at Murray Industrial Park with a compensation range of $21.72–$38.99 per hour, and the apprenticeship training is company sponsored.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Millwright/Industrial Mechanic apprentice license (Level 2 completed or Level 3+).
• 2+ years of maintenance shop experience.
• Skilled in the operation of lathes and milling machines.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations and practices.

Responsibilities

• Safely install, modify, and replace machinery and parts.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work layouts.
• Collaborate closely with mechanics, electrical technicians, and engineers.
• Manage spare parts inventory and order replacements as per company procedures.
• Maintain and operate machine shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, and cutting tools.
• Support scheduled shutdowns, shift work, and overtime as required to ensure equipment maintenance. Participate in weekend on-call rotation and respond promptly to call-backs.
• Accurately complete all required documentation, including daily time sheets and callback reports.
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with additional tasks as needed.
• Foster teamwork, cooperation, and effective communication across departments, supporting Winpak’s TQI program.
• Carry out responsibilities in compliance with ISO 9001 and SQF 2000 standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Machinery maintenance

Machine shop ops

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Blueprints

Education

High school diploma (Grade 12)

Millwright apprentice license Level 2/3

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Job description

Winpak is seeking a Millwright Apprentice (Level 3/4) based in Winnipeg, Manitoba to support our Maintenance Team. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Millwright Apprentice plays a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our production and facility equipment. This position involves installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting scheduled and emergency maintenance needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently install, modify, and replace machinery and parts.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work layouts.
• Collaborate closely with mechanics, electrical technicians, and engineers.
• Manage spare parts inventory and order replacements as per company procedures.
• Maintain and operate machine shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, and cutting tools.
• Support scheduled shutdowns, shift work, and overtime as required to ensure equipment maintenance. Participate in weekend on-call rotation and respond promptly to call-backs.
• Accurately complete all required documentation, including daily time sheets and callback reports.
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with additional tasks as needed.
• Foster teamwork, cooperation, and effective communication across departments, supporting Winpak’s TQI program.
• Carry out responsibilities in compliance with ISO 9001 and SQF 2000 standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent required.
• Millwright/Industrial Mechanic apprentice license required (Level 2 completed or Level 3+).
• 2+ years' experience working is a Maintenance shop.
• Skilled in the operation of lathes and milling machines.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations and practices.
• A combination of relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills will also be considered.

Additional Information

• This position is 100% onsite located in Murray Industrial Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
• There is limited bus access to this location.
• Compensation: $21.72-$38.99, dependent on apprentice level.
• Company Sponsored Apprenticeship Training.
• Dual-ticketed candidates will be considered for higher compensation.
• 10 week schedule: 2 weeks afternoons; 3 weeks days; 2 weeks nights; 3 weeks days.

Why Winpak?

Benefits

Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental, financial and social well‑being of our employees and their families. Our benefit package includes the following:

• Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
• Travel coverage
• Disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition assistance program
• Retirement savings plans
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

Winpak’s vision

Winpak’s vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet. We are a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.

At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values. We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

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