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Sr Equipment Specialist - Millwright

  • Whitby, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Jul 31, 2026
  • 1 position

$56,400–$84,600 / year

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
High school
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The specialist will maintain, repair, and refurbish production equipment under GMP guidelines to ensure maximum uptime. They will also perform preventative maintenance, document activities in the CMMS, and provide technical support to site operations.

Job details

Work Schedule Rotational M-F days Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.) Job Description Discover impactful work: Ensure process equipment and machinery are maintained in good order under Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) guidelines for maximum equipment uptime. Provide technical skilled support and guidance to site operations via specialized maintenance services on a timely basis. Shift schedule: This position requires the ability to work all 3 shifts. Weekly rotation - Days - Mon - Fri, 7 am - 3:30 pm; Afternoons - Mon - Fri, 3 pm - 11:30 pm; Nights - Mon - Thurs (10 hours), 10 pm - 8:30 am Day in the life: Repair, rebuild, refurbish machinery and equipment utilizing milling machines, lathes and all machine shop hand tools by performing the following tasks: Perform general maintenance on production equipment such as: Fluid Bed Dryers, Film Coaters, Tablet Presses, Transfer Pumps, Vacuum Systems, Processing Vessels and auxiliary equipment. Maintain production equipment, auxiliary equipment and building maintenance, including operator training on equipment set up and operation. Make arrangements with Group Leaders and Production Supervisors to schedule equipment down time for maintenance within the Preventative Maintenance program timeframes. Schedule equipment availability to perform preventative maintenance on time, maintain accurate records according to Good Manufacturing Practice requirements. Participate in Operational meetings, Rapids, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other as required. Document applicable work activities performed within a CMMS Program. Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards. Perform alternating or rotating shift work as well as requirement to work during maintenance shutdowns. Keys to success: Education: High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required College Certificate/Degree in Industrial Millwright Certified Ontario Trades Person Licensed to practice as Industrial Millwright is required Experience: Minimum 3 years industrial mechanic or equivalent maintenance experience, preferably in food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical industries. 1+ years millwright experience, preferred. Experience reading drawing and schematics. Maximo CMMS program experience preferred. Equivalency: Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Regulations. Proactive and organized approach to completing tasks timely and efficiently. Attention to detail and quality of work. Ability to deal confidently with inside and outside clients. Good working knowledge of electronics and pneumatics is desirable. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English Language. Physical Requirements: Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator. Benefits We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company savings plan, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation. OTHER Relocation assistance is NOT provided Must be legally authorized to work in Canada Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check Compensation The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $56,400.00–$84,600.00.

What you’ll do

The specialist will maintain, repair, and refurbish production equipment under GMP guidelines to ensure maximum uptime. They will also perform preventative maintenance, document activities in the CMMS, and provide technical support to site operations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma and a professional certificate as an Industrial Millwright. A minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a regulated industry, is required.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration • Annual incentive plan bonus scheme • Healthcare • Company savings plan

Listed skills

  • Production · Preferred
  • Technical · Preferred
  • analysis · Preferred
  • Training · Preferred
  • Attention to detail · Preferred
  • Health · Preferred
  • safety · Preferred
  • Process · Preferred
  • Development · Preferred
  • Time · Preferred
  • maintenance · Preferred
  • Technical Support · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Industrial millwright
  • Preventative maintenance
  • GMP
  • Machinery repair
  • Electronics
  • Pneumatics
  • CMMS
  • Root cause analysis
  • Industrial mechanics
  • Technical support
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Safety standards
  • Microsoft Office
  • Drawing interpretation
  • Schematic reading
  • Hand Tools
  • Milling Machines
  • Sales Prospecting
  • Lifting Ability
  • Shift Work
  • Lathes
  • Biology
  • Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Cosmetics
  • Drawing
  • Occupational Safety And Health
  • English Language
  • IBM Maximo
  • Innovation
  • Machining
  • Machinery
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Motor Coordination
  • Operations
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Safety Standards
  • Production Equipment
  • Visual Acuity
  • Environment Health And Safety
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Dryers
  • Vacuum Systems
  • Finger Dexterity
  • Detail Oriented

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Engineering
  • Healthcare
  • Millwright
  • Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
  • Millwrights

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