Non-certified Tradesperson

Donald’s Fine Foods, a family-owned global provider of high-quality specialty meat products has an exciting opportunity for a Non Certified Tradersman, based out of our North 49 Foods Plant located in Moose Jaw

Operating for over 25 years with six plants in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan, Donald's Fine Foods has built its business around our core values of integrity, quality, innovation and superior customer service. We know our dedicated staff makes it all possible.

The Non-Certified Tradesperson is responsible for the installation, layout, preventative maintenance, and ongoing maintenance of machinery and equipment. Working as part of the Maintenance Team, the Non-Certified Tradesperson ensures all machinery is running safely and the plant is operating in compliance with applicable regulations. All maintenance work will be carried out efficiently while placing the highest priority on safety.

Responsibilities: Diagnose, repair, or replace faulty packaging and meat processing equipment, including motors and drives. Read, follow, and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, technical instructions, and manuals to determine and perform work procedures, required maintenance, and service. Determine and follow procedures for testing existing and newly installed machines and equipment to maximize output. Troubleshoot to identify and repair equipment to limit downtime. Assist with the setup and movement of equipment as required. Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and facility. Use a variety of hand and power tools, meters, and material handling equipment when performing duties. Communicate effectively with the Maintenance Supervisor, Plant Manager, suppliers, and contractors to determine effective repair practices and schedules. Follow all current GMP, Food safety, OHS regulations and quality specifications of a manufacturing food facility. Document and maintain records for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference guide. Ensure documentation meets or exceeds mandated requirements. Perform other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:

- Experience in plumbing, electrical, millwright.
- Minimum 3 years maintenance/industrial equipment experience.
- Ability to work and communicate well with others.
- Equipment Operator Experience/ Certification (Forklift, Reach, Scissor Lift, skid steer)
- Other Certifications such as WHMIS, Fall Arrest, Confined Space is an asset
- Ability to lift heavy objects minimum of 40lbs and should be in overall good physical health, lots of walking, standing, crouching, and lifting heavier materials and tools.
- Must be reliable, hardworking, responsible, energetic and dependable.
- Daily exposure to typical manufacturing areas will be required and will require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel-toed boots, safety glasses, high visibility vest and hearing protection where required.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $28.90 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7T2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Industrial mechanic: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person