Job Description

Lactalis is one of Canada’s leading producers of premium quality food products including milk, cheese, and yogurt. We are currently recruiting for a 3rd Class Engineer to join our team in our manufacturing facility in Winchester, Ontario which produces butter, cheese, powder, and margarine.

Lactalis Winchester facility is 1st class steam and refrigeration plant. We are looking for a dedicated 3rd class power engineer with strong background and experience in maintenance and refrigeration. The successful candidate will be responsible for all steam and condensate maintenance and provide additional coverage for refrigeration system. This position requires flexibility to work all Monday to Friday and 12 hour shift coverage when needed.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Able to perform maintenance work on steam, condensate and water piping.
• Carry out timely completion of all preventative maintenance work order task as assigned including filter changes, boiler maintenance, and general maintenance duties.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain the plant’s heating, cooling, ventilation, and power systems, including Ammonia Refrigeration, boilers, pumps, compressors, and other mechanical systems.
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance tasks to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all equipment .
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical failures to minimize downtime and maintain smooth facility operations.
• Monitor water treatment processes, including the maintenance of chemical dosing and water quality for cooling towers
• Keep detailed records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Respond to emergency situations promptly and safely, providing support to resolve issues that may impact plant operations.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to identify and implement improvements to plant systems and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies, including those specific to industrial and mechanical systems.
• Maintain accurate logs of hours worked and equipment conditions as required.
• Participate in training programs to improve skills and knowledge, ensuring personal development and up-to-date certification.

Education & Experience:

• 3rd Class Stationary Engineer Certification. A 4TH class with significant progress towards 3rd class may be considered.
• Prior Maintenance background and Refrigeration experience is an asset
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, demonstrate initiative, team player, self-motivated, and good planning and organizing skills.
• Experience in the use of computerized systems, SAP and MS outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work on rotating shifts, on-call requirements and Mon-Fri work hours.
• Proven team player and good work ethics
• Working knowledge of the Operating Engineers Act, the Boiler and Pressure Vessels Acts and the A.S.M.E code

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