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Sargent Farms was founded in 1943 in Milton, Ontario. What began as a small‑scale family farming operation gradually grew into a full‑scale poultry processing business that remains 100% Canadian family‑owned and operated. We are a contributing brand to the larger Sunrise Farms national organization.
Working at Sargent Farms means you are part of a legacy. We produce and process fresh chicken, raised on Ontario family farms, and distributed throughout the province. Our success relies on every team member’s commitment to workplace safety, quality of work, and team collaboration. You are part of a tradition of excellence. Every task we do contributes to our mission of delivering fresh, quality, trusted chicken to customers across Ontario.
We take pride in our process.
We are vertically integrated - meaning we own hatcheries to the farms to the processing facilities and final transportation. We offer fresh, delicious poultry products that cater to discerning consumer preferences while ensuring exceptional quality and safety.
We are a contributing brand to the larger Sunrise Farms national organization, with exciting plans for a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility being built in Woodstock, ON. As we build our team for future expansion, we are committed to fostering an environment where collaboration and teamwork thrive. Here, your ideas matter, and your voice is valued. We take pride in showing our care through meaningful actions and support.
Currently, the employer does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by members of the hiring team.
About the Role
This role is to fill an existing open vacancy.
We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Night-Shift Maintenance Mechanic to become part of our growing team at our location in Milton, Ontario.
Job Overview
The "Night Shift" Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, dismantling machinery and equipment according to company plans, blueprints, and other diagrams. This will be accomplished through the safe and effective use of hand tools, and power tools. This role is ideal for a hands-on maintenance professional with strong troubleshooting abilities and experience working in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
This position requires that the Mechanic troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic problems with associated equipment. The Mechanic is also responsible for repairing malfunctioning equipment, such as motors, pumps, valves, controls, packaging machinery, conveyors, and other machines.
As a Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving plant equipment to support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operations.
Night Shift Maintenance Mechanic
Location: Milton, ON
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift: Night Shift (Sunday night to Friday morning, with periodic Saturdays and overtime as required)
Pay Range: $30.00 to $36.00 per hour $2.00 shift premium (Range will be based on experience, certifications, and qualifications)
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and production equipment issues.
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and equipment.
- Repair and maintain motors, conveyors, pumps, valves, controls, refrigeration systems, packaging machinery, and related equipment.
- Maintain and monitor refrigeration systems in compliance with TSSA standards.
- Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Complete work orders and maintenance requests accurately and in a timely manner.
- Assist in minimizing downtime through proactive preventative maintenance and communication with production teams.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs and equipment records.
- Work collaboratively with contractors, inspectors, and internal departments to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Ensure compliance with all workplace safety procedures, GMPs, HACCP/SQF requirements, SOPs, and company quality standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Ability to fluently read, speak and write English.
- Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience in a food processing or packaging environment.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
- Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems.
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a sense of urgency.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Comfortable working in a refrigerated food manufacturing environment, including exposure to raw poultry.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Reliable, punctual, and flexible with shift schedules and overtime requirements.
Preferred Assets:
- Millwright license or industrial maintenance certification.
- Electrical troubleshooting knowledge.
- Experience in CFIA and OMAFA regulated facilities.
- Working knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, packaging, and processing systems.
- HACCP/SQF and GMP experience.
- Refrigeration Operator B Certification (TSSA).
Working Conditions
- Plant food-based manufacturing environment.
- Refrigerated work areas.
- Exposure to noise, odours, and industrial equipment.
- Physically demanding work requiring lifting.
- Indoor and occasional outdoor work.
- After-hours on-call availability may be required.
- Periodic Saturday preventative maintenance work.
Why Join Sargent Farms?
Competitive Compensation & Incentives
- $1,500 Signing Bonus
- $750 after 3 months
- $750 after 6 months
- Competitive hourly wages based on experience and certifications.
- Weekly pay - paid every Friday.
- Overtime opportunities available.
- Company RRSP Program.
Comprehensive Benefits
Employer-paid group benefits upon hire
- Extended Health Care
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Care Spending Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee discounts at Sargent Farms Retail Stores
Growth & Culture
- Training and development opportunities.
- Stable, long-term employment with a growing company.
- Employee recognition and company events.
- A workplace culture focused on continuous improvement and employee ideas.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to reliably commute to facility in Milton, ON.
- Criminal background/security screening required.
Schedule
- Night Shift.
- Sunday night to Friday morning (10:30PM to 7:30AM).
- Overtime as required.
- Periodic Saturday maintenance shifts.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sargent Farms is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise Human Resources of any accommodation requirements.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Milton, ON L9T 2P7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
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