Manufacturing Millwright

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. The warmth and experience that Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to elevate everyday experiences, so you love being home. This posting is for an existing permanent vacancy and is actively being recruited for. Title: Senior Millwright Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor/Manager Shift: Afternoons Job Purpose: The Millwright will play a crucial role in supporting the team within our highly technical fabrication facility. They will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of advanced CNC machinery, PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, and various other highly automated systems. By applying their expertise, the Millwright will contribute to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, helping to drive the success of our fabrication processes. As a Sr Millwright you will coach, mentor and help develop others within the team. Installation and Maintenance: Install, assemble, and maintain advanced CNC machines, robotic systems, and PLC-driven equipment Execute major overhauls, machine changeover, calibrations, and alignments, taking accountability for equipment performance Conduct regular preventative maintenance programs to ensure machinery and equipment sustain optimal reliability, and production targets Read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, schematics, manuals, blueprints, and specifications to complete installations and repairs Independently diagnose and resolve mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issues on complex machinery Use diagnostic tools and test equipment to identify root causes, resolve problems and predict future breakdowns Perform emergency repairs and ensure minimal production downtime Calibrate machines, adjust settings, and align components to meet production specifications Fabrication, Welding, and Machining Expertise: Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other shop equipment to deliver high-accuracy parts and assemblies Provide guidance on advanced rigging, machining, and alignment practices across complex equipment Champion a culture of safety, ensuring adherence to all health, safety, and regulatory requirements Conduct comprehensive equipment inspections, proactively identify hazards, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards Evaluate processes, recommend machine upgrades, and implement strategic maintenance practices to improve productivity and reliability Participate in the development and updating of maintenance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines Lead cross-functional teams, collaborating with engineering, operations, and quality teams to prioritize maintenance, resolve complex issues, and optimize plant performance Drive continuous improvement initiatives, lean projects, and process enhancements to maximize uptime, efficiency and safety Documentation, Planning, and Resource Management: Maintain precise records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections Assess job scope, required tools, and materials to plan work efficiently and minimize production impact Liaise with external contractors and suppliers, ensuring specialized work or critical equipment needs are met promptly Ordering and replenishment of work materials and components as necessary Log all work completed in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Track inventory of spare parts and tools, ensuring critical parts are available when needed Work closely with the operations, engineering, and quality assurance teams to ensure machinery is aligned with production goals Mentor, coach, and develop apprentices and junior technicians, building team capability and technical expertise Communicate clearly and promptly with supervisors and production teams regarding equipment status and repairs Coach and mentor a team of millwrights/ Electricians, apprentices, and machine specialists. Collaborate with production or field teams to schedule maintenance with minimal operational impact. High School Diploma/GED, College (Trade School), and Completion of Apprenticeship as a Millwright, and hold a Red Seal or Journeyman Millwright Certification (433A) ~5+ years’ post certification (or proven proficiency) working with complex, highly technical and automated machinery ~ Demonstrated hands-on experience and skills to troubleshooting and repairs different types of equipment in a fast-paced automated manufacturing/industrial environment, including Amada CNC ~ Deep expertise in hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and machine component Certificate of Apprenticeship Ontario (433A) Millwright Certificate of Qualification or Inter-Provincial