Red Seal Millwright

Randstad Canada; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking two Red Seal Millwrights for a dynamic maintenance team in Abbotsford. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of $44.00, consistent weekday shifts, and opportunities for overtime. Candidates must have Red Seal certification and experience in food processing or cooking facilities. Join a well-established facility focused on safety and quality.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage: $44.00/hour

Permanent, stable employment

Monday to Friday schedule

Opportunity for overtime

Union benefits

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance role preferred.
• Experience in food processing or cooking facilities is required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and building systems.
• Overhaul, install, and set up new equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills in English

Education

Red Seal Millwright Certification (Interprovincial)

Tools

CMMS systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are currently hiring two Red Seal Millwrights to join a dynamic maintenance team in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment in Abbotsford, BC.

This is a permanent, full‑time opportunity with competitive pay, consistent weekday shifts, and opportunities for overtime.

The Millwright is responsible for ensuring optimal mechanical performance of production equipment and systems, contributing to minimal downtime and enhanced productivity. This role supports operational goals by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in line with safety, quality, and compliance standards.

This position is based in a high‑volume livestock processing facility that specializes in the production of fully cooked and ready‑to‑cook meat products for retail and foodservice markets. The facility operates under strict food safety, quality, and regulatory standards, with a focus on maintaining efficient production processes while ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Position Title

Red Seal Millwright

Location

Abbotsford, BC

Permanent Position x 2 (1 Day & 1 Afternoon)

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Shift: Day (6AM start) & Afternoon (2PM start) – shifts are 8 hours with possibility of OT and dependent on operational needs

Wage: $44.00 / H

Previous Millwright experience of up to 1-3 years in a food processing or cooking facilities is required.

Red Seal certification is required for this position.

You are legally permitted to work full‑time in British Columbia.

If you’re a certified Red Seal Millwright with strong mechanical aptitude and looking for a stable opportunity in a well‑established facility, we encourage you to apply today.

Advantages

• Competitive hourly wage: $44.00 / hour
• Permanent, stable employment
• Monday to Friday schedule
• Opportunity for overtime
• Exposure to varied technical tasks in a modern processing facility
• Union benefits
• Work with a supportive team and experienced leadership
• On‑the‑job training and safe work environment

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and building systems.
• Overhaul, install, and set up new equipment.
• Fabricate and modify parts as needed.
• Maintain and update CMMS records, including creating and closing work orders.
• Generate parts requests to maintain inventory levels.
• Execute production line changes and equipment setups.
• Ensure all work adheres to food safety, health & safety, and operational standards.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces (“clean as you go” approach).
• Document maintenance work using Microsoft Excel, Word, and internal systems.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to achieve maintenance targets.

Equipment / Systems you may work with include:

• Pneumatic, hydraulic, and vacuum systems
• Pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, compressors
• Sensors, limit switches, PLC input / output feedback
• Welding and fabrication tools
• Fans, blowers, regulators, and valves

Working Conditions

• Exposure to cold, wet, hot, and noisy environments
• Physically demanding – includes lifting (up to 23kg), pushing / pulling, bending, crouching
• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Use of PPE including steel toe boots, smock, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.
• Occasional weekend and overtime work may be required

Qualifications

• Red Seal Millwright Certification (Interprovincial) – Mandatory
• 1–3 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing maintenance role preferred
• Experience in food processing or cooking facilities is required
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Email)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills in English (verbal and written)
• Steel toe boots and PPE will be required
• You are legally permitted to work full‑time in British Columbia

Employee Core Competencies

• Safe operation of equipment (training provided)
• Organized and efficient with tools and setups
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Maintains a clean and safe work area
• Demonstrates initiative and reliability

Summary

If you have the skills / qualifications detailed above we would love to connect further.

Send your updated resume directly to [e-mail]

Please ensure to state the job role in the email subject line.

While all applications are appreciated, only qualified candidates already in the British Columbia area will be considered and contacted.

For more opportunities with us, please visit the link below.

https://www.randstad.ca/job-seeker/explore-sector

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