Manufacturing Equipment Mechanic - Midnight Shift

Belvika Trade & Packaging Ltd. is a leading one-stop contract packaging company, specializing in precision packing of dry foods, chocolate and confectionary products from multiple facilities totaling more than 500,000 ft2. A 31-year-old and 100% owned Canadian Company, Belvika has grown to be one of the largest co-packers of chocolate, confectionary and snack products in Canada. Belvika uses its extensive experience in managing both manual processes and automated equipment to handle primary and secondary packaging of products for some of the world’s best known confectionary brands.


Belvika is an equal opportunity employer; offering competitive wages, a bonus plan, benefit plan, ongoing training and an interesting and challenging work environment. We will provide the tools and training that you require to excel at your role together with access to Senior Management to provide additional support and guidance. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.


Belvika is currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to work closely with the Maintenance Mechanic Team. They will perform all routine maintenance and inspection of all mechanical equipment. This position is a junior to intermediate position which will offer you the ability to learn new skills and knowledge while being mentored and supported by the Senior Maintenance Mechanic and Operations Site Manager at our McPherson facility located at 121 McPherson St. Markham, Ontario L3R 3L3 for the midnight shift


The successful candidate will:

Set up and troubleshoot packaging machines, filling machines, ink jet coders and a variety of other similar packaging equipment utilized at Belvika.
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
Observe machine while operating to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.
Ability to utilize manuals to help troubleshoot effectively issues with machinery.
Adjust machine components, settings, tensions, and pressures to ensure optimal machinery operation of product packing.
Regulate machine flow or speed.
Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material.
Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment, clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides.
Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pileups, jams, or glue that isn't sticking properly.
Train the Line Equipment Operators.
Assist on production lines as necessary.
Perform building maintenance as required, (i.e. changing batteries, light bulbs and ceiling tiles etc.).
Be proficient in the use of the CMMS system for documenting repairs, Preventative maintenance, and parts inventory management.
Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
Sundry duties as assigned.

Education/Work experience requirements:

Minimum of two years relevant experience in manufacturing or packaging is an asset.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Excellent troubleshooting skills
Ability to follow instructions.
Pre-apprenticeship certification an asset
Other trades certifications an asset
LOTO Training an asset.
Self-starter who has great time management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office such as Outlook
Previous knowledge of CMMS system Brightly (formerly Dude Solutions)

Key technical & behavioral competencies:

Communication
Leadership
Problem Solving
Commitment
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those most qualified will be contacted.

Canada
Ontario
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