We are looking for a motivated Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to join our team. If you’re looking to begin your career in the trade or if you’re an experienced technician looking to make a change, let’s connect to discuss why this job may be right for you.
Who You’ll Be Working With
We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. The people who are successful at PEI Bag Co have a high level of integrity, work ethic, and ability to work within a small team. We value the sense of community we’ve built at the PEI Bag Company since 1935. In a recent employee survey, 95% of our employees indicated they enjoyed their work!
What You’ll Be Doing
PEI Bag Co is in the end stages of a major capital expansion that will outfit our manufacturing plant with state-of-the-art printing and converting machinery. As a full-time maintenance service technician, you will be responsible for equipment in the plant which may include the following:
- Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions.
- Troubleshoot and repair system problems.
- Perform preventive maintenance routines.
- Project work when required to upgrade or install new equipment.
- Develop and maintain maintenance documentation.
- Adhere to all safety rules and procedures.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
Work Environment
The physical environment requires the employee to move in a fast-paced indoor manufacturing environment. You will be required to use personal protective equipment and be trained for use of required maintenance tools (welding, scissor lifts, etc.) for your safety and the safety of others. You will be able to pay attention to detail, can lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods of time and bend, crouch, or kneel as may be required to repair equipment.
What We Offer
- No weekend shifts! No overnight shifts!
- Competitive hourly rate depending on qualification and experience.
- + $3.00/hour shift premium above the base rate of pay for permanent evening shift employees.
- Safe indoor workplace, clothing allowance, and great work hours
- Full-time stable employment 12 months per year.
- Benefits package with medical, dental, defined contribution pension plan, and employee assistance programs (eligibility requirements apply)
- Job-specific training is provided
- Opportunity for growth in skills with newer equipment.
We have two production shifts from Monday through Friday:
- 6:00am- 2:00pm
- 2:00pm-10:00pm
Overtime may be offered, or required, to meet operational demands.
Job Qualifications
- Post-secondary education required in one or more of the following maintenance fields: electromechanical, industrial electrical, industrial automation, Millwright or a combination of demonstrated equivalencies and related experience may be considered.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Integrity and work ethic.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- High energy, initiative, and sense of urgency to get the job done.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills;
- Understanding of industrial automation and controls.
Where You Can Find Us
The PEI Bag Company manufacturing plant is located in Central Bedeque (PEI). We are 15-minutes from Borden, Kensington, Summerside and 30-minutes from Cornwall and Tyne Valley.
How to Apply and Next Steps
Please apply below. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Essential Skills:
AdaptabilityNumeracyOral CommunicationProblem SolvingSoft Skills:
Attention to DetailCritical ThinkingDependabilityResourcefulnessHard Skills:
DiagnosticsElectricalMachiningTroubleshootingLanguages:
English