Welcome to Cascades!
Every day, our team takes pride in rolling up their sleeves to create products that are mindful of the environment.
Join us as a Millwright / Mechanic in St-Marys and help bring materials to life in a workplace where health and safety always come first.
What's in it for you
Taking care of our people is in our nature - so you'll enjoy:
- Hourly wage of $41.62/hr with shift premium of $0.55 on afternoons and $0.85 on nights
- Full-time position with guaranteed hours for job stability
- Schedule: 12 Hour continental rotating shift
- A full range of benefits: group insurance, telemedicine, and an employer-contributed retirement plan
- Profit sharing and employee share purchase plan - so you can share in our success
- Employee assistance program, because your physical and mental well-being matters
- Referral bonus - help grow the team and get rewarded
What you'll do
As a Millwright / Mechanic, you'll be at the heart of operations - right on the floor where materials take shape.
Your day-to-day:
- Equipment Maintenance & Repair
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair corrugators, die cutters, flexographic printers, folder-gluers, and conveyor systems.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to minimize downtime.
- Conduct precision alignments, belt/chain adjustments, and gearbox maintenance to optimize machine performance.
- Ensure all repairs and adjustments are performed with a focus on quality and long-term reliability
- Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving
- Quickly identify and resolve machine jams, misfeeds, registration issues, and other production interruptions.
- Use diagnostic tools, blueprints, schematics, and PLC programs to troubleshoot issues efficiently.
- Work closely with operators and production staff to understand machine issues and optimize equipment performance.
- Computer Controls & PLC Troubleshooting
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), HMIs, and other automated control systems.
- Work with sensors, motor drives, and control circuits to ensure proper machine operation.
- Assist in the modification, calibration, and programming of PLCs when needed.
- Utilize computer-based diagnostics and industrial software tools to analyze and resolve equipment failures.
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PM & PdM)
- Follow and improve preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to enhance equipment reliability.
- Utilize predictive maintenance (PdM) techniques, including vibration analysis and thermal imaging.
- Ensure proper documentation of maintenance work, equipment conditions, and recommended actions.
- Commitment to 5S, Lean Manufacturing & Cleanliness
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace following 5S methodology.
- Actively support lean manufacturing initiatives by identifying and eliminating waste.
- Promote a culture of efficiency, standardization, and continuous process improvement.
- Ensure maintenance tasks are completed with minimal disruption to production flow.
- Safety & Compliance
- Strictly adhere to LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), and company safety procedures.
- Conduct regular inspections of machinery, tools, and work areas for hazards.
- Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and emergency preparedness drills.
- Continuous Improvement & Professional Growth
- Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance machine reliability and efficiency.
- Stay up to date with new maintenance technologies, lean principles, and industry best practices.
- Mentor and support junior mechanics or apprentices in developing their technical skills
Your strengths as a Millwright / Mechanic
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Red Seal Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Experience in troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), HMIs, and automated control systems.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and machine manuals.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools, software, and computer-based maintenance programs & SAP.
- Familiarity with 5S, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement principles.
- Commitment to quality, efficiency, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
Apply now and join our team as Millwright / Mechanic in St-Marys.
Cascades values diversity and inclusion and considers all applications equitably. This posting is for an active vacancy within our organization. #ST01