Join Bioriginal, a global leader in nutritional innovation with over 30 years of expertise and recent expansion through multiple acquisitions within the last two years. We blend scientifically sourced ingredients to create unique solutions, driving trends in the Food and Nutraceutical sectors since 1993.
Headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada, with facilities across the USA, Europe, and Asia, Bioriginal offers customized solutions that empower our clients to succeed in a competitive market. We're committed to nurturing talent and providing growth opportunities in a dynamic environment where innovation shapes the future of nutritional health.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Electrician is responsible for performing electrical preventative maintenance, supporting automation systems, and completing electrical improvement projects to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment. This role contributes to minimizing downtime, improving equipment performance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the facility.
Responsibilities & Expectations:
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Responds promptly to plant and equipment maintenance needs as required, ensuring all SOPs and standard safety procedures and practices are followed.
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Assists in developing and follows all preventative maintenance programs within the plant, with the goal being to help ensure limited downtime of equipment and machinery.
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Assists in developing equipment maintenance and operation SOPs of equipment as required.
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Working as part of the maintenance team, assists in trouble-shooting during line equipment set-ups, and monitors and maintains the equipment for optimal performance.
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Maintains the Company’s equipment database to organize work orders, equipment repairs and equipment calibration for validation purposes.
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Read and interpret electrical schematics and manuals
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Performs equipment inspection and documentation as required.
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Ensures that adequate spare parts and supplies are maintained in-house to allow for quick repairs.
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Works on special projects as assigned to address cost reductions, improved efficiencies and production accuracy.
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Follows all safety policies, procedures and rules, and ensures a safe work environment for all staff.
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Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
Desired Qualifications:
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3-5 years of equipment maintenance experience is required, with a preference for experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience working with electro-mechanical operation of a production line (including bottling, packaging and general production) is an asset.
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Journeyperson Electrician or equivalent experience preferred
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Post-secondary training electronics, automation, industrial mechanics or other related fields is an asset.
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Attention to details and accuracy is required.
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Strong teamwork, organization and communication skills are required.
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Familiarity with HAACP and Good Manufacturing Practices is considered an asset.
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Familiarity with PLCs, motors, VFDs, and control systems is an asset
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Strong mechanical aptitude and trouble-shooting skills are required.
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Strong time management skills, with the ability to work independently is required.
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Good computer skills.
What Do We Offer?
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Monday to Friday day shift, with overtime opportunities available
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Comprehensive Pension Plan
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Extended Health & Wellness Coverage
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Company Paid Time Off
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Leadership Development & Career Advancement
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Work–Life Balance
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Free On-Site Parking
