Lead Industrial Electrician 422A/309A

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. • Vaughan, ON

50d • $40 - $47

About The Position

As an Lead Industrial Electrician 422A/309A you are responsible for contributing to the company’s operational performance through maintenance program compliance and work order management including reactive, corrective, and preventative maintenance for all technical and non-technical components.

Requirements

• Must have Industrial/Maintenance Electrician 422A and /or 309A
• Ability to read technical drawings, procedures and electrical schematics.
• Hands-on work experience with the following is preferred.
• Power transmission systems
• Electric and electronic controls
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Welding, brazing, and soldering
• Servo and electric motors
• lubrication types and systems
• Proven machining skills using lathes, milling, and drill press.
• Rigging and hoisting experience is an asset.
• 1-3 years leadership experience – leading a team of Millwrights or electricians on a shift.
• Strong, Electrical knowledge and experience with a balanced mechanical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional utilization of CMMS.
• Effective Trainer and Mentor.
• A TEAM PLAYER with a positive attitude.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, a self-starter with initiative and ADAPTABILITY.
• Proven desire to learn, takes OWNERSHIP, and a GRIT for technical fields.
• Demonstrates HUMILITY throughout the company on a day-to-day basis.
• Aptitude to exhibit, RESPECT and protect Riverside’s Core Values in a changing environment.
• Keeps the work atmosphere FUN by keeping it light and welcoming.

Nice To Haves

• Working experience with equipment such as vertical wrapper, horizontal wrappers, robotics pickers and place, tunnel oven is an asset.
• Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, Robotics, HMIs, and controls (Allen-Bradley and SIEMENS PLC’s) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and uphold Riverside Natural Food’s Core Values.
• Direct and lead maintenance staff in everyday scheduling, preventative maintenance, repair of all production equipment and resolve equipment related issues.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance team, Planner and Parts Clerk to Maintain equipment and parts inventory using available resources to continuously minimize downtime and organize Maintenance Workshop
• Conduct major equipment repairs, overhauls, and rebuilding to ensure that it is fully operational and safe to operate and within schedule requirements.
• Ensure staff are well trained in health and safety standards and proper environmental practices within the plant and the Maintenance Department
• Be the embodiment and example of ADAPTABILITY and composure in times of volatility, uncertainty, and ambiguity.
• Provide support to the team across all weekdays and shifts as needed in instances of vacation, and other instances.
• Be the first adopter of new Maintenance strategies and initiatives encouraging participation and adoption amongst the Team.
• CMMS usage and Feedback to add value to the Maintenance strategy.
• Develop and maintain a Continuous Improvement and Open mindset amongst technicians.
• Provide and document continuous feedback to all technicians in such a manner to continuously develop skills and motivate them.
• Understand and lead compliance with both Health and Safety and Food Safety practices.
• Inspect, maintain, adjust, and repair food processing equipment and machinery to ensure the equipment is always in proper working order.
• Ensures Maintenance activities meet the required standards of precise highly automated equipment.
• Ensure the Maintenance TEAM members are required to be responsive to production needs and equipment failures.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on complicated and/or recurring automation failure modes. This will include reaching out to a 3rd party, performing risk analysis, evaluating potential causes, and assessing data.
• Independently conduct/coordinate the following assigned activities:
• Equipment set up and changeover.
• Conduct High Quality and documented Preventative and Reactive maintenance
• Assist with Facilities renovation and maintenance as necessary.
• Test and observe equipment and machinery using tools such as Sono scope, voltmeters and other testing devices to troubleshoot malfunctions and make repairs as needed.
• Ability to take OWNERSHIP and work independently without supervision, meet tight deadlines.
• Prepare notes on learnings, contribute to procedures, notes of observations and training to share with the broader maintenance team for overall growth and development.
• Contribute to maintenance reports by collecting and summarizing information.
• Exemplify GRIT in the pursuit of resolving Emergency repairs, Trouble shooting, creating a harmonious and effective maintenance team.
• Record all maintenance and repair services performed, keep track of all materials and parts used during the repair process.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge sharing by mentoring, training, and guiding activities of junior and other Maintenance Technicians.
• Suggest and implement continuous improvement projects to improve equipment performance.
• Keeps the work atmosphere FUN by keeping it light and welcoming.
• Ability to technically assist with troubleshooting situations, evaluate and implement improvements to mitigate repeat issues in the plants.
• Performs regular technical and non-technical component monitoring, inspection and repairs including preventative and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Ensures all work is completed meets quality, contract response and all other requirements.
• Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance (PM) program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified, recorded, and escalated, and that related documents are maintained.
• Ensure facilities are always kept to GMP, CFIA and BRC standards. Participates in preparation for audits and inspections.
• Exemplify RESPECT in your working relationships with all Key Internal Stakeholders (Maintenance Team, Other department peers, parts clerk, procurement officer etc.) and External Stakeholders (suppliers, contractors, OEM representatives etc.)
• Identify Gaps (Skills, Knowledge, Core Values) within the maintenance team and take appropriate steps to address them.
• Responsible for the highest standards of housekeeping & safety in all aspects of the job.
• Flexibility to workday, afternoons and nights shifts temporarily to support production, based on the need for coverage.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with the planner to provide feedback, schedule and prioritize related work orders
• Ensure that maintenance/service work is performed as required while following GMP and food building compliance.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects as required.
• Assists in enhancing customer satisfaction and maintaining positive relations through a positive and enthusiastic work ethic.
• Contributes to and participates in Performance Assessments of other technicians.
• Documenting coordinating and facilitating efficient pre shift and handover meetings to ensure smooth transitions between shifts.

Benefits

• RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journey
• Eligibility to participate in Riverside's Profit Sharing Plan
• Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
• Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees