Welcome to Daiya Foods, where we are reimagining comfort foods that are irresistible and better for you. Today, as dairy-free food grows in popularity, that spirit of innovation continues to inspire our team. Our diverse portfolio of great tasting foods invites everyone to the table.
Our dedication to minimizing environmental impact extends across our operations. We operate in a manufacturing facility and office that is LEED certified, embodying our commitment to sustainability through the leadership in energy and environmental design principles.
Join our team of food-loving Daiyans, where our shared passion, vision, and ability to bring smiles to each other's faces fuel our journey of dairy-free exploration.
Summary
The Journeyman Industrial Millwright must possess fundamental and specialized knowledge and skills related to troubleshooting and providing preventative and corrective maintenance support to production lines and facilitating equipment change-over.
The Industrial Millwright is also responsible for working together with the rest of the maintenance team to complete Work Orders and follow a Preventive Maintenance Program. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), scheduled Monday - Friday, with the possibility of overtime based on business needs.
Job Responsibilities
Provide regular and routine maintenance of machines ensuring safety, quality, productivity and environmental policies are held to the highest standards.
Respond quickly to production requests for maintenance support to ensure minimum downtime.
Troubleshoot equipment problems and perform immediate repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
Install, maintain, inspect and repair a wide variety of mechanical equipment.
Perform equipment change-overs and production line set ups.
Work with other trades in a team environment, increasing team efficiency
Overhaul and install new equipment.
Repair and adjust processing equipment. Rebuild and fabricate parts as required
Calibrate components according to manufacturer’s specifications.
Perform facility maintenance and maintain clean and safe work area.
Generate parts request to ensure adequate inventory.
Assist with minimizing production downtime through preventive maintenance. Provide input and assist with implementation of a Preventive Maintenance program to ensure that all equipment are routinely maintained.
Conduct audits/assessments on all production equipment to ensure operating standards are met.
Maintain safe practices and actively engage in continuous improvement projects to improve safety
Inform the Plant Manager and senior leadership regarding potential hazards and recommending corrective solutions
Perform preventative maintenance administrative duties like maintaining files and records, ordering equipment and supplies and preparing reports
Provide cost estimates and preliminary sketches for services and materials as requested
Collaborating with maintenance team members and provide training to apprentices as required
Occasionally perform physically demanding tasks like moving or lifting heavy objects
Keep abreast of new technology and manufacturing processes
Education & Experience
Certified Red Seal Journeyman Millwright
3+ years of millwright experience preferred, including previous diagnostic/troubleshooting skills
Welding ticket an asset
Previous experience in food manufacturing facility an asset
Must be able to legally authorized to work in Canada
Related Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Able to complete all millwright duties
Knowledge of SOPs, HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices in food industry an asset
Self-directed and motivated team player
Ability to prioritize under the pressure of tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills, showing high level of professionalism in written and verbal communications
Must have good computer skills (Microsoft office)
Knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations
Determination and confidence to ensure issues are resolved
Ability to train others
Comfortable working in a production area (temperature, humidity, noise, etc)
Hearing protection and steel toe shoes required
DAIYA’S CORE COMPETENCIES
Emotional Intelligence – You possess the ability to manage emotions, as well as seek to understand the emotions of others around you.
Growth Mindset – You find opportunities and possibilities when challenged, embrace continuous learning, and constantly strive to grow and improve.
Effective Communication – You effectively listen, assess, and adjust your communication to align your intention and impact.
Collaboration – You work with and through others to create great results for Daiya.
Driving Results – You take the initiative to find solutions, deliver results, maintain focus, and drive accountability.
Service Excellence – You understand and serve the needs of others (Daiyans, consumers, and our communities)
Compensation, Benefits & Perks
Salary: $46.00/per hour
Shift Time: 05:00AM – 01:30PM (Monday to Friday)
3 weeks’ vacation
Extended health benefits
Retirement savings matching program
Flexible spending account
Fun and creative environment
On-site fitness studio
Inspiring and innovative work
Making people and the planet a healthier place
At Daiya Foods, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, one in which employees can bring their whole selves to work everyday. We welcome and celebrate differences because we believe a multitude of perspectives fosters innovation and will help us achieve our vision.
Daiya Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination of any kind. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, religion, marital or family status, age and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. We endeavor to recruit, develop, and retain the best talent from a diverse candidate pool and truly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion among our team members is vital to our success as a company. We trust that in applying for a role with us you value this as well!
Daiya Foods humbly acknowledges that the land on which we work, live, and play is the unceded traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish, and Musqueam Nations. This connection to the land is not only a source of inspiration but also a guiding force in our journey towards greater environmental stewardship and community engagement.
