About us
Sofina Foods is one of Canada's leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products. Our family of brands include: Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher's, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam. We are also the exclusive distributor of Italy's finest Rio Mare, Lavazza and San Benedetto products in Canada.

Job purpose

Reporting to the Hatchery Production Supervisor, the Equipment Technician I is responsible for monitoring and maintenance of all the mechanical equipment and systems in the Hatchery and for performing daily pre-operational inspections and repairs as necessary. The position works a variety of shits, including weekends and holidays as required. It is also required to be part of the on-call rotation.

Duties and responsibilities

· Accountable to adhere to and utilize Company policies and procedures and HACCP regulations.

· Accountable to ensure a safe work environment for coworkers, customers and visitors.

Qualifications

Minimum Grade 12 Diploma and two years' experience performing repairs in a manufacturing environment.

· Mechanical and electrical systems knowledge, previous experience performing mechanical repairs, and an ability to use power and manual tools.

· Minimum Class 5 Drivers License required. Provide and maintain a clean Drivers Abstract.

· Basic computer knowledge.

· Ability to communicate in English both verbally, and in writing.

Working conditions

Frequent exposure to factors such as: temperature variations or extremes, moving machinery, noise, and humidity that cause periods of extreme discomfort and/or a moderate risk of accident or illness.

Physical requirements

Physical Effort: Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirement to lift or handle or carry material or equipment of moderate weight.

Physical Environment: Frequent exposure to factors such as temperature variations or extremes, fumes, moving machinery, humidity, and toxic materials that cause periods of extreme discomfort and/or a moderate risk of accident or illness.

Sensory Attention: Regular need to give close attention, either hearing or seeing, to what is happening.

Mental Stress: Work and environment tend to be repetitious or unchanging. Some pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands. There could be some mildly unpleasant social contacts and/or some concern about possible unpleasant situations.