Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic / Millwright
Business Unit: Donini Chocolate
Department: Maintenance
Location: Belleville, Ontario (Onsite)
Reports To: Director of Operations
Starting Wage: $39.20/hourly
About Johnvince Company™
Johnvince Company™ is a leading North American snacking organization with more than 50 years of food manufacturing and commercial expertise.
Founded in 1973, we have evolved from a family-run business into a vertically integrated enterprise spanning nuts, candy, chocolate, fruit snacks, popcorn, pantry staples, and private label innovation. Today, we operate 10 facilities across North America with more than 2,000 team members.
We scale with disciplined execution, entrepreneurial drive, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and performance.
Our Purpose: Exceeding customer cravings, one bite at a time.
Our Vision: To lead the way in redefining customer experiences through flavourful snacking and service solutions.
We are guided by our core values:
- We Lead by Legacy
- We Are Customer Obsessed
- We Are Entrepreneurial & Results-Driven
- We Own It
- We Win Together
About Donini Chocolate
Position Overview
Donini Chocolate is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in a full-time hourly position. We are looking for a hands-on maintenance professional with strong mechanical aptitude and industrial experience to support our chocolate manufacturing operations. A Millwright background is considered an asset; however, we welcome candidates with the right combination of technical skills, troubleshooting ability, and hands-on maintenance experience. The successful candidate will have experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment preferably within a food manufacturing environment. Experience in chocolate or confectionery operations is considered a significant asset.
Key Responsibilities
· Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment.
· Maintain and service pumps, fluid transfer systems, piping, valves, conveyors, mixers, tempering equipment, and other mechanical systems used in chocolate and confectionery manufacturing.
· Diagnose equipment failures and complete repairs efficiently to minimize production downtime.
· Install, modify, and commission production equipment as required.
· Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and plant efficiency.
· Work closely with production and quality teams to support safe and efficient operations.
· Ensure all work is completed in accordance with food safety, GMP, and workplace health and safety standards.
· Maintain accurate maintenance records and support preventative maintenance programs.
Qualifications
· Strong industrial maintenance experience with proven mechanical troubleshooting skills.
· Millwright certification is considered an asset but is not required for candidates with relevant experience.
· Minimum 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food, chocolate, or confectionery manufacturing.
· Strong experience with pumps, fluid handling and transfer systems, mechanical drives, bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, and process equipment.
· Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
· Basic electrical troubleshooting experience is considered an asset.
· Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
· Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
What We Offer
· Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
· Comprehensive benefits package.
· Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for growth.
· A collaborative team environment within a well-established Canadian chocolate manufacturer.
· The opportunity to work with specialized food manufacturing equipment in a unique chocolate production environment.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Why Join Johnvince Company™
At Johnvince Company™, performance, ownership, and disciplined execution power what’s next.
In this role, you will:
- Play a critical role in maintaining equipment reliability and production performance
- Work within a safety-first, high-performance manufacturing environment
- Contribute directly to operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, QA, and Engineering teams
- Build your career within a growing North American manufacturing platform
We invest in our people and provide opportunities for trade development, certification, and long-term career growth across the Johnvince Company™ platform.
Compensation & Benefits
This position is classified within our Technical / Skilled Trades Career Framework.
Grade: P3
The P3 level reflects a fully qualified Maintenance Mechanic / Millwright with strong technical expertise, capable of independently executing complex maintenance work, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting overall plant reliability.
Progression is performance-based and aligned with technical capability, safety performance, and contributions to operational efficiency.
In addition to base compensation and overtime eligibility, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package including extended health, dental, and vision coverage, along with programs that support ongoing trade development and overall well-being.
Compensation details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the recruitment process.
Our Commitment
Johnvince Company™ is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace where diverse perspectives strengthen performance and decision-making.
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable legislation.
Join a company shaping the future of snacking.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
