Maintenace Technician

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Technician to work in our Huntsville, Ontario location's Maintenance Department. This is NOT an apprentice position, however there may be future apprenticeship opportunities.

Job Description Summary: 

This role is responsible for ensuring that all plant equipment & facilities are maintained in good working order through inspection, monitoring, and established maintenance routines. This position will also have Die Changer responsibilities. 

MAIN TASKS ARE:

• Rebuild and service of production machinery and systems in the plant facility to ensure trouble free operation
• Conduct tooling and machine changeovers, ensuring that all tooling changes and flange changes are accomplished in a timely, and efficient manner
• Organizing and clean out of all tooling (1/2” – 63”), as well as proper storage of tooling and equipment
• Installation of winders, extruders, saws, rollers, tips, carts as it pertains to production line set up
• Installing the winders, vacuum tanks, and haul-offs for product mix
• Inspection and the maintaining of the tooling in proper condition. Report any repairs or damage to the maintenance crew leader
• Actively participate in all Health & Safety training and promote a safe work environment
• Participate in all LEAN and 5-S activities as it pertains to the position and job location
• Conduct all work according to established relevant procedures, policies and standards
• Other duties/tasks as determined by the manager

WE REQUIRE:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of the position
• Strong mechanical aptitude, with good problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Minimum education requirement: high school graduate,
• Preference given to candidates with post-secondary education
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision (self-starter), and as part of the team
• The ability to develop strong and effective working relationships at all levels of the organization
• Experience with 5-S and Lean Manufacturing
• Experience utilizing a fully integrated ERP system an asset
• Flexibility to work in other departments at the Huntsville location as needed by plant management

WE OFFER:

• Starting wage of $25.00 - 28.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• $2,000.00 Signing and retention bonus; $1,000.00 payable after 6 months’ continuous employment and another $1,000.00 payable after 1 full year of continuous employment.
• Growth Opportunities
• Company paid health & dental benefits, plus flexible Health Spending Account
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Vacation days (3 weeks to start)
• Company pension match up to 5% of salary
• Annual fitness allowance