Maintenance Technician II (Millwright)

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Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

Dessert Holdings is looking for a Maintenance Technician II (Millwright) to join our team based in London, ON. This individual will provide mechanical expertise and support the facility in mechanical installation and maintenance of plant equipment and production assets. This position performs all duties assigned to maintenance personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide mechanical expertise and support the facility in mechanical installation and maintenance of plant equipment and production assets.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and low voltage electrical failures, identifying the root cause and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Perform routine Preventative Maintenance and Work Order tasks as requested.
• Identify high-risk downtime areas in a fast pass production environment and work together to minimize downtime.
• Complete maintenance reports and logs as required in supporting effective maintenance systems.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in work areas and in the maintenance shop.
• Be observant and take initiative when a fault is detected.
• Liaise with other departments within facility, ensuring effective communication. 
• Work effectively in a processing environment without jeopardizing food safety.
• Adherence to all safety & quality policies and procedures.
• Work in Maintenance team with Team Lead and other team member while reporting Maintenance Supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hold a valid Millwright license (433A)
• Be willing to attain your Class "B" Operator Refrigeration License in-house.
• Previous experience as a millwright or maintenance technician in a continuous process manufacturing environment, preferably in food or pharmaceuticals, is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise effective judgment.
• Solid mechanical troubleshooting ability
• Excellent attendance record and demonstrated reliability, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate effectively.
• Be able to work overtime if required for vacation coverage, projects and audit preparation.
• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating continental shift schedule (2 weeks days & 2 weeks nights)

Schedule: 

• The job requires working 12-hour continental shifts, which rotates every two weeks.
• Sunday to Saturday - The shift runs from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm then the opposite for nights.

What We Offer:

Pay Rate: $45.94 per hour 

Our Benefits! 

• Discount on cakes
• We provide uniforms, safety shoes and sick pay.
• This position also provides comprehensive benefits & RRSP contribution after probation is complete.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands:  The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company.  Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law. 

Due to volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank you in advance for your interest in The Original Cakerie. 

This posting reflects an existing & new position. Resume screening and candidate evaluation are conducted without the use of artificial intelligence (AI).