Millwright Mechanic Portage GF

J.R. Simplot; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Portage la Prairie is seeking a Millwright Mechanic to diagnose and repair processing equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Red Seal Industrial Mechanic certification and a minimum of two years of maintenance experience. Key responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, improving line efficiencies, and ensuring logs are accurately maintained. The position involves 12-hour shifts and requires a strong understanding of safety practices and mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical blueprints.
• Strong aptitude for safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose processing equipment problems and repair breakdowns.
• Perform preventative maintenance and improve line efficiencies.
• Maintain logs and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Red Seal Industrial Mechanic certification

Tools

Hand tools

Forklift operation

Welding equipment

Job description

Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the J.R. Simplot Company. The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

Summary

The Millwright Mechanic diagnoses processing equipment problems, repairs minor and major breakdown of processing/packaging equipment, performs preventative maintenance items, improves line efficiencies and ensures all equipment is in safe working condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Has thorough knowledge of all equipment and can identify all equipment in the work area.
• Ensures the capability of efficient operation of all equipment in the work area, by using preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, overhauling and repairing equipment to achieve operational goals.
• Maintains logs and paperwork for each shift as needed and ensures the accuracy of data reporting systems such as the Maintenance Daily Logs and Work Order forms.

Typical Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) certification

Relevant Experience

• Must have a minimum of two years of maintenance experience and certification as an Industrial Mechanic (millwright).
• Must have the ability to read and understand plant and equipment manuals, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), instructional manuals, and mechanical blueprints.
• Experience with troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Must have strong aptitude for safe work practices.

Other Information

• Schedule: 12 hour shifts, 2 weeks on nights and 2 weeks on days, working every other weekend.
• Must be able to furnish own hand tools.
• Ability to operate a forklift and aerial lift equipment once trained and certified and must meet the standards on fall protection restraints.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, scaffolds, catwalks and maneuver in close quarters.
• Must be able to stand for long periods on concrete floors and work in extreme environments (hot, cold, humid, and slippery).
• Must be able to communicate verbally in a professional manner.
• Must possess basic writing skills for recording information on daily logs, preventative maintenance forms and work orders.
• Must have basic math skills to perform measurements.
• Must have the ability to operate valves, keyboards, equipment, and other controls.
• Must have a basic understanding of drive components, bearings, sprockets, chains, belts, and plumbing components.
• Must be capable of performing cutting and welding to meet Company’s standards.

Job Requisition ID:24475

Travel Required

Location(s):GF Plant - Portage la Prairie

Country:Canada

** Simplot Canada (II) Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**

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