Our client, a leading food processing manufacturer, is seeking a hands-on Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic to support plant operations through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs. This role is ideal for a skilled maintenance professional who enjoys diagnosing issues, minimizing downtime, and ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently.

Working within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, you will be responsible for maintaining production, packaging, refrigeration, and facility equipment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance.

Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic Details

• $30.00–$36.00 per hour + $2.00/hour shift premium
  * (Range will be based on experience, certifications, and qualifications)
• Sunday night to Friday morning, 10:30 PM – 7:30 AM
  *Overtime available as required
• 15 days annually (6% vacation pay)
• Full employer-paid benefits upon hire
• Company RRSP Program
• Health Care Spending Account and Tuition Reimbursement Program
• $1,500 Signing Bonus *

Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and production equipment
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and facility equipment
• Repair and maintain motors, conveyors, pumps, valves, controls, refrigeration systems, and packaging equipment
• Monitor and maintain refrigeration systems in accordance with TSSA standards
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects
• Complete maintenance work orders accurately and on time
• Minimize equipment downtime through proactive maintenance and communication with production teams
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and equipment records
• Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and internal departments to ensure compliance requirements are met
• Follow all workplace safety procedures, GMP, HACCP/SQF, and company quality standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience in a food processing, food manufacturing, or packaging facility
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems
• Millwright License, Industrial Maintenance Certification, or equivalent maintenance experience is considered a strong asset
• Electrical troubleshooting experience is considered an asset
• Refrigeration Operator B Certification (TSSA) is considered an asset
• Experience working within CFIA or OMAFA regulated facilities and familiarity with HACCP, SQF, and GMP standards is preferred
• Working knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, packaging, and processing systems is an asset
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize workload
• Comfortable working in refrigerated food manufacturing environments, including exposure to raw poultry products
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable attendance, flexibility for overtime, and willingness to support occasional weekend maintenance activities
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Physically capable of performing maintenance duties in an active manufacturing environment