The Opportunity:

Partnering with Maple Leaf Food's Maintenance Team, the individual will be responsible for maintaining and servicing equipment used in the facility for the daily production of our products. In doing so, they will support safe plant operations, uphold a safe working environment for all team members, and ensure equipment and processes align with our commitment to animal welfare standards.

Our Service Technician Level 2 rate is $28.65/hour, day and evening shifts available. 

The Perks of Joining Our Team:

• Tool Allowance
• Safety Footwear and Eyewear Allowances
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits (health, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance)
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discounts (e.g., GoodLife Fitness, Rogers)
• Commitment to Learning – courses, resources, and tools provided to all employees

What You’ll Bring:

• Must have strong mechanical skills and abilities
• A mechanical, electronics or robotic technology diploma from a recognized University or College OR equivalent experience in relevant industry is considered an asset
• Must be able to read, write and understand English
• Must demonstrate attention to detail
• Must successfully pass internal and external mechanical aptitude testing 
• Must be willing to train to operate a forklift and powerjack
• Must be physically capable of frequent lifting - up to 25 kilograms, and physically capable of frequent bending, reaching and stretching
• Must be a self starter and be able to work with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong time management stills
• Must work well within a team environment
• Must be able and willing to travel within Canada for training

A Snapshot of Some of the Exciting Things You Will Lead and Do:

• Set up, operate, and perform changeovers on automatic and semi-automatic equipment in the packaging area, as well as other relevant production areas
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and address equipment issues, engaging Maintenance as required
• Perform routine repairs, adjustments, autonomous maintenance, and yield testing to ensure optimal equipment performance
• Operate forklifts and power jacks as needed
• Utilize various Hand Tools
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders, accurately tracking labour, parts, and inventory within the plant’s computerized maintenance system (SAP)
• Respond to oral, written, and electronic work requests in a timely and efficient manner
• Communicate daily repair activities and equipment status with Maintenance, Production, and cross-functional teams
• Maintain accurate records, including notes, labour hours, and parts usage in SAP
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, WHMIS, MSDS, BRC, and Company policies and procedures
• Complete other related duties as assigned

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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