Maintenance Manufacturing Line Mechanic (Packaging)

Belvika Trade & Packaging Ltd. is a leading one-stop contract packaging company, specializing in precision packing of dry foods, chocolate and confectionary products from multiple facilities totaling more than 500,000 ft2. Belvika has grown to be one of the largest co-packers of chocolate, confectionary and snack products in Canada. Belvika uses its extensive experience in managing both manual processes and automated equipment to handle primary and secondary packaging of products for some of the world’s best known confectionary brands. Belvika is an equal opportunity employer, offering competitive wages, a bonus plan, benefit plan, ongoing training, and an interesting and challenging work environment. We will provide the tools and training that you require to excel at your role together with access to Senior Management to provide additional support and guidance. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Belvika is growing and is currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for its Bowery facility, located in Brantford, for the Afternoon shift. The individual must be flexible to work all shifts. Hourly rate: $24.50 - $27 hourly based on experience. Position status: existing vacancy Shift: Afternoon shift The successful candidate will: * Set up and troubleshoot packaging machines, filling machines, ink jet coders and a variety of other similar packaging equipment utilized at Belvika; * Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; * Observe machine while operating to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards; * Ability to utilize manuals to help troubleshoot effectively issues with machinery; * Adjust machine components, settings, tensions, and pressures to ensure optimal machinery operation of product packing; * Regulate machine flow or speed; * Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor; * Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material; * Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment, clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides; * Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pileups, jams, or glue that isn't sticking properly; * Train the Line Equipment Operators; * Assist on production lines as necessary; * Perform building maintenance as required, (i.e. changing batteries, light bulbs and ceiling tiles etc.); * Input purchase order requests in CMMS system for maintenance requirements; * Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner; * Follow all Company health and safety policies and procedures and work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act; * Other tasks as assigned by your supervisor or designate. Education/Work experience requirements: * 1-2 year’s experience as a Maintenance Technician or Mechanic specializing in primary and secondary packaging (e.g. shrink wrapping, overwrapping and cartoning); * Engineering/Technical Education background; * Licensed Millwright not required Key technical & behavioural competencies: * Mechanically inclined; * Technical mindset; * Experience using ERP/MRP systems; * High attention to detail; * Good communication skills; * Works effectively in a fast-paced environment; * Microsoft Office Suite of Products ------------------------------- We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those most qualified will be contacted.