Plant Maintenance Assistant

Who we are:

The GVF Group of Companies empowers farmers to produce meat, milk, and eggs profitably and sustainably for the advancement of human lives, nutrition and health.

Founded in 1960, GVF specializes in the formulation, manufacture and sale of high quality, leading-edge mineral premixes for swine, dairy, beef and poultry producers. We create opportunities for livestock & poultry farms to be more profitable by providing innovative products, programs and services which lower feeding and livestock producers costs, maximize animal performance, and increase nutritional and commercial value of our customers products; meat, milk and eggs.

Today the GVF Group is comprised of seven divisions: Grand Valley Fortifiers, Fortified Nutrition, Farmers Depot, Direct Source Commodities, Valley Feeds, True Foods and On Farm Business Intelligence.

Ours is a family business that cares about its employees and its community. We make sure that all our staff get what the best-in-class team members deserve: benefits, good wages, and respect. Whether through our charitable work, or our dedication to staff, GVF is committed to living out our principles and values.

Why we have this role:

We're looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Plant Maintenance Assistant to join our team on a 12-month contract. In this role, you'll provide ongoing maintenance and reliability of our plant operations, contribute to key improvement projects, and help ensure our facility continues to run safely, efficiently and smoothly.

Working with us:

This is a contract role based out of our production facility at 486 Main Street, Cambridge, Ontario, covering a leave of absence. The regular working hours for this position are Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm. This position offers an hourly rate of $30–$32, depending on experience.

You'll be joining a collaborative, supportive team that values initiative, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. This is a great opportunity to gain exposure in a dynamic plant environment and play an important role in strengthening our maintenance systems and practices.

What you'll do:

• Perform maintenance and repair of plant equipment, coordinating with outside contractors as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized mechanical room.
• Use the MaintainX program to create, complete, and track both reactive and preventive work orders.
• Communicate with the Production Manager on larger projects or complex repairs requiring external support.
• Regularly walk through the production area to inspect, listen, and document equipment issues, entering details into the system ensure proper tracking.
• Respond to breakdowns and after-hours repairs as needed, coordinating with management for complex issues.
• Manage consumable parts inventory within the system.
• Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) policies and procedures when working on equipment.
• Proactively communicate emergency repairs or downtime exceeding one hour.
• Assist with day-to-day plant maintenance and reliability initiatives.
• Help develop and implement a new preventative maintenance program to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
• Organize and clean the tool crib, ensuring all tools and parts are properly inventoried.
• Identify and recommend new tools, equipment, or parts that should be purchased.
• Work collaboratively across the production teams to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Remain flexible and available to work various shifts as required.

Your background includes:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in a maintenance, mechanical, or industrial setting is preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safety, organization, and cleanliness in the workplace
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic
• Experience operating a forklift required
• Valid G driver's licence
• Flexibility to work shifts and be on call
• Physical ability to lift/carry up to 25 kg and perform sustained physical tasks
• Knowledge of basic farming practices and principles considered an asset

Why work with us: 

• Canadian Family-Owned and Operated Company
• Competitive wages
• Extended health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Profit sharing bonus
• Donation matching program
• Store discount at Valley Feeds
• Be part of a company that values integrity, innovation, and giving back.

Living Our Values:

• Passion: Serving customers innovatively and well.
• Humble Confidence: Confidently choosing to forgo our status, deploy our resources and use of influence for the good of others before ourselves.
• Integrity: Consistently honest while honouring commitments with our customers, co-workers and suppliers.
• Professional: Committed to excellence in the way we lead, serve and relate.
• Caring: With a servant heart, truly caring for customers and co-workers. Find satisfaction in assisting with others' challenges and joy in witnessing their success.

All interested applicants are asked to apply with a copy of their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only candidates considered for the position will be contacted for an interview.