Maintenance Technician II (Millwright)

Opportunity Overview

Are you ready to elevate your career and be a part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments!

Dessert Holdings is looking for a Maintenance Technician II (Millwright) to join our team based in London, ON. This individual will provide mechanical expertise and support the facility in mechanical installation and maintenance of plant equipment and production assets.

This position performs all duties assigned to maintenance personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide mechanical expertise and support the facility in mechanical installation and maintenance of plant equipment and production assets.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and low voltage electrical failures, identifying the root cause and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Perform routine Preventative Maintenance and Work Order tasks as requested.
• Identify high-risk downtime areas in a fast pass production environment and work together to minimize downtime.
• Complete maintenance reports and logs as required in supporting effective maintenance systems.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in work areas and in the maintenance shop.
• Be observant and take initiative when a fault is detected.
• Liaise with other departments within facility, ensuring effective communication.
• Work effectively in a processing environment without jeopardizing food safety.
• Adherence to all safety & quality policies and procedures.
• Work in Maintenance team with Team Lead and other team member while reporting Maintenance Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hold a valid Millwright license (433A)
• Be willing to attain your Class "B" Operator Refrigeration License in-house.
• Previous experience as a millwright or maintenance technician in a continuous process manufacturing environment, preferably in food or pharmaceuticals, is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise effective judgment.
• Solid mechanical troubleshooting ability
• Excellent attendance record and demonstrated reliability, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate effectively.
• Be able to work overtime if required for vacation coverage, projects and audit preparation.
• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating continental shift schedule (2 weeks days & 2 weeks nights)

Schedule :

• The job requires working 12-hour continental shifts, which rotates every two weeks.
• Sunday to Saturday - The shift runs from 6 : 30 am to 6 : 30 pm then the opposite for nights.

What We Offer :

Pay Rate : $43.30 per hour

NOTE : The hired person will be given the opportunity to attain their Refrigeration Operator 'B' license and move to Maintenance Tech III role.

Our Benefits!

• On-site parking
• We provide uniforms, safety shoes and sick pay.
• Shift premium for all hours worked between 7 : 00 pm 5 : 00 am
• Weekend premium for all hours worked between 5 : 00 am - 7 : 00 pm.
• This position also provides comprehensive benefits & RRSP contribution after probation is complete.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is North America's fastest-growing premium dessert company, recognized for providing retail and foodservice customers with chef-inspired, innovative desserts made with real ingredients, a flexible and low-cost supply chain, and best-in-class service.

The company is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands : Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, and Dianne's Fine Desserts.

Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, employing more than 3,200 people across eight manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

We thank you in advance for your interest in The Original Cakerie. Due to high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.