Company Statement: Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth. Job Summary:
Maintenance Dual Ticket Millwright/ Electricians are responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing both mechanical and electrical systems across our manufacturing facility, with a focus on blow molding equipment and auxiliary machinery, together with all other activities as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisior.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform both electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on production equipment including blow molding machines, conveyors, robotic systems, packaging lines, pumps, and compressors components.
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Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations.
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Installs, examines, replaces or repairs electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and/or other electrical components.
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Tests electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
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Maintains, repairs, installs and tests switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators and reactors.
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Maintains, repairs, tests and installs electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems.
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Troubleshoots, maintains and repairs industrial, electrical and electronic control systems and other related devices.
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Conducts preventive maintenance programs and keeps accurate maintenance records.
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May install, maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices as required.
- Troubleshoot and program PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.), HMIs, VFDs, servo motors, and other control systems.
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Diagnose faults and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems including actuators, valves, cylinders, and lubrication systems.
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Install, modify, and commission new production equipment, integrating electrical and mechanical systems for seamless operation.
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Ensure all wiring and mechanical installations meet applicable codes and standards (ESA, CSA, OHSA, etc.).
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Lead or assist with root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and process efficiency.
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Maintain and update schematics, single-line diagrams, and documentation for all electrical and mechanical systems.
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Participate in capital projects and plant upgrades, including layout planning, machine installations, and system integrations.
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Provide mentoring and guidance to apprentices or junior maintenance staff on both electrical and mechanical tasks.
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Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality departments to develop and implement technical solutions.
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Support maintenance inventory efforts by identifying parts usage trends and recommending stock levels for critical components.
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Ensure all work is performed with a strong focus on health, safety, and environmental compliance.
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Facilitate Lock-Out / Tag-Out procedures.
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Job Qualifications:
- Secondary school graduation attained together with the successful completion of a four- or five-year industrial Millwright/ electrician apprenticeship program required. May consider a combination of over five years of work experience in the trade and college or industry courses in industrial mechanical and electrical equipment.
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Trade certification is mandatory with Interprovincial trade certification (Red Seal) preferred.
- Valid Millwright Apprenticeship Along with Industrial Electrician(442A) License OR Valid Electrician Apprenticeship Along with Industrial Millwright(433A) License.
- A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years previous experience in manufacturing required.
- Proficient in using diagnostic tools, precision instruments, multimeters, and power/hand tools.
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Superior problem solving and time management skills.
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Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
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Has strong interpersonal skills and maintains constructive working relationships.
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Must have the ability to work independently within a defined/documented schedule.
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Computer literate and with a working knowledge of MS Office products.
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MUST have/use all hand tools necessary to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs.
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Has a clear understanding of potential health and safety hazards within a manufacturing facility and is knowledgeable of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Legislation.
Working Conditions:
Office: Use of PC computer, fax, photocopier and various other office machines.
Plant: Hearing protection, safety boots and glasses worn as required in work areas. Kevlar gloves used when working with blades and/or other sharp machine components. Awareness of heavy lifting techniques required.
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Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to high temperatures, noise, dust, grease, moving machinery, and pressurized systems.
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May require rotating shifts, overtime, and occasional weekend work based on production demands.
EEO Disclaimer: At Graham Packaging Canada, we believe in building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are committed to equal opportunity and fairness in all aspects of employment and to following the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accessibility Statement: Graham Packaging is committed to providing employment opportunities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment for all job applicants. If you require accommodation any time during the application process, assessment, or interview process, please advise us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Privacy Statement: Graham Packaging Company, L.P. (“Graham Packaging,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. Please view our full Privacy Policy online at: https://www.grahampackaging.com/privacy-policy/ Artificial Intelligence Statement: “Artificial intelligence” is defined to mean “a machine-based system that, for explicit or implicit objectives, infers from the input it receives in order to generate outputs such as predictions, content, recommendations or decisions that can influence physical or virtual environments”.
