Maintenance Technician

**We Are Hiring - Maintenance Technician - Food Plant (Port Coquitlam, BC)**

**About Us**:
We are fortunate to share a unique environment here at Nutri-Nation with a dedicated, highly skilled workforce that has a proven foundation built on mutual respect. We have always valued our employees as our most important resource. Our team is dynamic and enthusiastic, and we know you will enjoy growing with us.

Nutri-Nation Functional Foods is part of a private, family-owned, and operated manufacturing and marketing group which began in 1971 and continues today in the hands of the founders. First and second-generation family members hold key hands-on management positions with the company. The focus on quality, service and commitment to our customer partners’ needs is never left to chance.

**About the Role**:
We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to work our afternoon shift, Monday to Friday, from 2pm to 10:30pm and is responsible for routine and emergency maintenance. This is a position requiring mechanical skills and experience with repairs and maintenance of production and highspeed packaging equipment. Some participation in production and machine operating tasks is required.
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment, structures and grounds on the property.
- Some weekend work is required from time to time in order to work while production lines are not operating.
- Perform mechanic tasks including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, trouble shooting and repair of production machines.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment and assigned work area at all times.
- Work effectively as part of a team to ensure productivity and efficiency.
- Participate in educational and training opportunities applicable to the position.
- Other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.

**About You**:

- Previous food or other relevant production mechanical experience is an asset.
- Basic mechanical trade skills are essential.
- Supply and use own hand tools and basic power tools.
- Ability to lift up to 20 kg and have no physical limitations that would prevent working in, around, under and above machinery. The ability to climb stairs several times throughout the shift and work on ladders occasionally is essential.
- Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and team player.
- Commitment to accuracy and detail oriented.
- Ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication skills; must speak, read and write English.
- Highly flexible, with good interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
- Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with mínimal supervision.
- Strong problem-solving skills.

**Perks & Benefits of working at Nutri-Nation**
- Competitive salary and paid time off
- Comprehensive Employee Benefits Program
- Opportunity to participate in a Profit-Sharing program
- Referral bonuses
- Eligible for training and development opportunities
- Product give aways from time to time
- Team building events including company BBQs and pizza lunches

If this matches your skills and experience and you are excited to join a great Nutri-Nation Team, please submit a resume and cover letter and tell us why you think this job would be a good fit for you. We thank everyone who applies, but regret that we will only be able to reply to those we wish to call for an interview.

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

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Port Coquitlam, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Are you eligible to work in Canada?

**Experience**:

- Manufacturing Maintenance: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location