Maintenance Electrician

About Us

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

Job Purpose

As a key member of the maintenance team the Maintenance Electrician is responsible for the following but not limited to; maintain and troubleshoot automated production equipment & mechanical components used for the manufacture of dairy products. Additionally, they will warrant safe plant working environments for all employees.

Responsibility

• Utilization of all technical skills required to perform tasks related to dismantling, instillation, repair, testing, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic control circuits, electrical and mechanical machine failures and issues
• Troubleshooting and repair of various programs (Allen Bradley).
• Clear understanding of how to read programming
• Perform and participate in preventative maintenance and repair on all production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Completing all pertinent documents and reports, as may be required by management or the government, in an accurate and legible format.
  
  

Qualifications

• Successful candidates must hold a valid Interprovincial Red Seal Industrial Electrician license.
• Experience and knowledge on basic TIG welding of steel and stainless steel.
• Experience with machine troubleshooting, repair and maintenance.
• Hands on troubleshooting experience and working knowledge of pneumatics, control circuits
• Ability to do maintenance work in addition to electrical, this role requires the flexibility to support maintenance team outside of electrician duties
• Both building and machine electrical work required
• Ability to work at various heights.
• Ability to identify, problem solve and research alternatives within the scope of the job.
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft office (Excel, Word etc.)
• Good reading, communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team based environment.
• PLC experience an asset
• Other duties assigned
  
  

Competency

Care

Dare

Inspire

Share

What Lactalis Will Offer

• Social advantages 
• Food donation 
• Free drinks (coffee, tea,etc.) 
• Years of Service Recognition Program 
• Social club, activities during the year 
  
  

Our ESG commitment:  

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do. 

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world. 

Our commitment to DEI:  

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. 

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained. 

Le bilinguisme est requis puisque le poste exige des communications fréquentes avec nos partenaires, nos usines et notre siège social qui se situent hors Québec.

Bilingualism is required as the position involves frequent communications with our partners, our factories, and our headquarters located outside Quebec.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.