Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic - KIT Recruitment (Milton)

Our client, a leading food processing manufacturer, is seeking a hands-on Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic to support plant operations through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs. This role is ideal for a skilled maintenance professional who enjoys diagnosing issues, minimizing downtime, and ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently. Working within a quick-paced food manufacturing environment, you will be responsible for maintaining production, packaging, refrigeration, and facility equipment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance. Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic Details - $30.00–$36.00 per hour + $2.00/hour shift premium * (Range will be based on experience, certifications, and qualifications) - Sunday night to Friday morning, 10:30 PM – 7:30 AM *Overtime available as required - 15 days annually (6% vacation pay) - Full employer-paid benefits upon hire - Company RRSP Program - Health Care Spending Account and Tuition Reimbursement Program - $1,500 Signing Bonus * Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic Responsibilities - Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and production equipment - Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and facility equipment - Repair and maintain motors, conveyors, pumps, valves, controls, refrigeration systems, and packaging equipment - Monitor and maintain refrigeration systems in accordance with TSSA standards - Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects - Complete maintenance work orders accurately and on time - Minimize equipment downtime through proactive maintenance and communication with production teams - Maintain accurate maintenance logs and equipment records - Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and internal departments to ensure compliance requirements are met - Follow all workplace safety procedures, GMP, HACCP/SQF, and company quality standards - Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic Qualifications - Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment - Previous experience in a food processing, food manufacturing, or packaging facility - Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills - Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems - Millwright License, Industrial Maintenance Certification, or equivalent maintenance experience is considered a strong asset - Electrical troubleshooting experience is considered an asset - Refrigeration Operator B Certification (TSSA) is considered an asset - Experience working within CFIA or OMAFA regulated facilities and familiarity with HACCP, SQF, and GMP standards is preferred - Working knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, packaging, and processing systems is an asset - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize workload - Comfortable working in refrigerated food manufacturing environments, including exposure to raw poultry products - Strong communication and teamwork skills - Reliable attendance, flexibility for overtime, and willingness to support occasional weekend maintenance activities - Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English - Physically capable of performing maintenance duties in an active manufacturing environment Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pi0ag