Industrial Electrician

About this role

Welcome to Daiya Foods, where we are reimagining comfort foods that are irresistible and better for you. Today, as dairy-free food grows in popularity, that spirit of innovation continues to inspire our team. Our diverse portfolio of great tasting foods invites everyone to the table.

Our dedication to minimizing environmental impact extends across our operations. We operate in a manufacturing facility and office that is LEED certified, embodying our commitment to sustainability through the leadership in energy and environmental design principles.

Join our team of food-loving Daiyans, where our shared passion, vision, and ability to bring smiles to each other's faces fuel our journey of dairy-free exploration.

SUMMARY

The Industrial Electrician must possess fundamental and specialized knowledge and skills related to the installation and maintenance of electrical devices and components found in industrial settings. The Industrial Electrician inspects, installs, troubleshoots, repairs and services (includes calibration and preventive/predictive maintenance) electrical equipment such as motors, generators, pumps, heavy duty machines, environmental regulating systems, communication systems; and associated electrical and electronic controls for food production.

The Industrial Electrician is also responsible for working together with the rest of the maintenance team to complete Work Orders and follow a Preventive Maintenance Program. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), scheduled Monday - Friday, with the possibility of overtime based on business needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond quickly to production requests for electrical support to ensure minimum downtime

• Minimize production downtime through preventive maintenance. Provide input and implement a Preventive Maintenance program to ensure that all equipment are routinely maintained

• Conduct audits/assessments on all production equipment to ensure operating standards are met

• Diagnose malfunctioning components, systems and apparatus using testing tools and equipment

• Inspect electrical components for identifying defects, hazards, or need for repair or adjustment to ensure abidance with codes.

• Assemble, examine, test, and maintain electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, equipment, apparatus, fixtures, and other components

• Repair or replace electrical wirings and other electrical fixtures

• Maintain safe practices and actively engage in continuous improvement projects to improve safety

• Inform the Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager/Supervisor/Lead Hand regarding potential hazards and recommending corrective solutions

• Follow blueprints or prepare outlines to find out the location of equipment and wiring

• Plan layout to install electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment depending on the local codes and job specifications

• Perform preventative maintenance administrative duties like maintaining files and records, ordering equipment and supplies and preparing reports

• Provide cost estimates and preliminary sketches for services and materials as requested

• Collaborating with maintenance team members and provide training to apprentices as required

• Occasionally perform physically demanding tasks like moving or lifting heavy objects

• Keep abreast of new technology, electrical services, and manufacturing processes

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Red Seal Certified Industrial Electrician (preferred)

• Education: Post-Secondary education as electrician or electrical engineer

• Must be able to legally work in Canada

• Previous experience in food manufacturing facility an asset

RELATED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of PLC’s Servo drives

• Working understanding and ability to write logic for Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allan Bradley, and Direct Logic.

• Knowledge of SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices in food industry an asset

• Ability to prioritize under the pressure of tight deadlines

• Excellent…