Millwright - Night Shift (10:30pm to 6:30am)

Griffith Foods; Toronto; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental, and Compassionate Care leave

Health and group benefits (100% premiums paid by the company)

Education reimbursement program

Generous defined contribution retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading food industry company in Ontario seeks a Millwright for onsite responsibilities involving mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in food or pharmaceutical production, strong troubleshooting skills, and a 433A Canadian Millwright License. The position requires working night shifts from Sunday to Thursday, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and maintaining a clean work environment. This role offers benefits including education reimbursement and health plans.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a food or pharmaceutical production environment.
• Willingness to work onsite in Scarborough, 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and rectify mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems.
• Perform adjustments, calibrations, and configurations of plant operations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent multi-tasking and troubleshooting abilities

Strong drive to take action

Education

433A Canadian Millwright License

Specialized training from a recognized community college program or trade certification

Job description

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois, USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by our purpose “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.

TITLE

Millwright

LOCATION

Onsite in Scarborough, ON

SHIFT & HOURS

Night Shift: Sunday to Thursday from 10:30pm to 6:30am

HIRING RATES

$44.20 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze and rectify mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems relevant to plant equipment, production machines.
• Apply and use machine and testing equipment necessary to rectify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems.
• Operate and understand the basic principles of operation and repair of packaging equipment and related materials used.
• Read, interpret, and understand mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematic diagrams.
• Perform and understand welding processes (arc welding, TIG welding, plasma cutter/welding, oxy‑acetylene welding and brazing, and soldering).
• Install, set up, and calibrate instrumentation, process systems, and controls.
• Perform and record all preventative maintenance functions, both manual and computer‑based operations.
• Adhere to safety procedures and use all safety equipment as required.
• Perform adjustments, calibrations, and configurations of plant weighing operations, metal detectors, printers, and label‑making equipment.
• Fabricate basic machine parts as required.
• Calculate and provide mathematical solutions to mechanical problems, including electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Provide suggestions and technical support to production and engineering as needed.
• Participate in special projects, other duties, or tasks as assigned.
• Ensure the health, safety, cleanliness, and security of the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all product safety, legality, and quality requirements.
• Understand and comply with all company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in a food or pharmaceutical production environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent multi‑tasking and troubleshooting abilities with an eye for continuous improvement.
• Strong drive to take action.
• Specialized training from a recognized community college program or trade certification (dual disciplines preferred).
• 433A Canadian Millwright License required.
• Willingness to work onsite in Scarborough, 5 days per week.

SAFETY

This is a safety‑sensitive position requiring an N9 NIOSH‑approved fitted respirator (N95) or approved alternative. Candidates must attend fit‑testing and wear the respirator while performing duties. For accommodations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, contact Jasmine Manalo at [e-mail].

BENEFITS

• Paid top‑up for Pregnancy, Parental, and Compassionate Care leave.
• Health and group benefits (100% premiums paid by Griffith Foods).
• Education reimbursement program.
• Life event recognition and on‑the‑job recognition.
• Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Annual wellness allowance.
• Annual incentive.
• Terms and conditions apply.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Griffith Foods is an equal‑opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds and to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants requiring accommodation can contact [e-mail].

JOB LOCATION NOTE

Candidates must reside within a commutable distance of Toronto, ON and will be required to come onsite.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DISCLOSURE

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) in our hiring process. All applications are reviewed using standardized screening questions to ensure alignment with job requirements.