Posted 12 days ago
Industrial Electrician
@ Hilton Food Group Plc
Brantford, Ontario
Overview
Hilton Foods Canada is hiring a licensed Industrial Electrician for a highly automated food production facility in Ontario. The role installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical and control systems, including PLCs, motors and drives, to keep production reliable and compliant. The posting states a salary of CAD $38.00 to $43.50 per hour and an on-site working arrangement.
Responsibilities:
- Install, maintain, test and repair motors, sensors, drives and automated equipment
- Troubleshoot PLC ladder logic, HMIs and control systems
- Perform root-cause analysis to reduce downtime
- Complete work orders and maintain the ESA logbook and CMMS records
- Follow lockout/tagout, arc-flash and plant safety procedures
Requirements summary:
- Valid Ontario 442A or 309A industrial electrician licence
- Completed approved apprenticeship program
- Strong knowledge of PLCs, industrial automation and control systems
- Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
- 3 to 5 years of industrial electrical experience preferred
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Industrial Electrician 442A, Construction & Maintenance 309A, ESA logbook |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Hilton Food Group Plc
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The global partner of choice built on world class red meat capabilities
Full company description
At Hilton Foods, we’re passionate about bringing great food to people’s tables every single day. We’re a leading international food and supply chain partner, working side by side with some of the world’s most trusted retailers. Together, we help feed millions, and believe the best results always come through strong, lasting partnerships. Today, we’re proud to be a growing global community: • 7,000+ talented colleagues • £4.2bn revenue (2025) • 21 high-performance facilities • Serving 21+ markets around the world The global partner of choice, built on world-class red meat capabilities. We operate across meat, seafood, vegan & vegetarian, easier meals and supply chain services, helping shape the future of food. But what really sets us apart is our people and how we work together. Our values guide everything we do: • We’re collaborative – we believe the best ideas come from working together, across teams, borders and partnerships • We’re innovative – we’re always looking for better ways to do things and drive change • We’re agile – we adapt quickly in a fast-moving world • We’re ambitious – we set high goals and achieve them together • We’re responsible – we do the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet Behind the meals in your home, and your neighbour’s fridge, are teams who care deeply about what they do. From production and logistics to data and product development, there’s purpose behind every decision, every innovation and every product. Each of our sites is powered by local talent and team spirit, backed by the strength of a global business on an exciting growth journey. It’s this combination that gives our people something special, the chance to be part of something big, while staying closely connected to their local teams. At Hilton Foods, we’re not just shaping food, we’re shaping careers. We create an environment where people can learn, grow and thrive, and where everyone has a part to play in building a business we’re proud of.
- LinkedIn followers
- 25,850
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,436
- Reported office locations
- International, PE29 6YE, GB
- Business categories
- Agriculture
- Food Processing
- Food and Beverage
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Hilton Food Group Plc
- Hilton Foods
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At Hilton Foods, we’re passionate about bringing great food to people’s tables every single day. We’re a leading international food and supply chain partner, working side by side with some of the world’s most trusted retailers. Together, we help feed millions, and believe the best results always come through strong, lasting partnerships. Today, we’re proud to be a growing global community: • 7,000+ talented…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage Manufacturing |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | International |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1994 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
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Salary Range: CAD$38.00– CAD$43.50
Working Type: On-Site
The Licensed Industrial Electrician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and electronics systems in a highly automated Hilton Foods production facility. This role ensures production reliability, regulatory compliance, and safe operation of all electrical and control systems.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics and code specifications to install and operationalize industrial equipment.
Install, maintain, test, and repair electric motors, sensors, servo drive, variable frequency drive and automated equipment used in food processing.
Troubleshoot HMIs, PLC ladder logic, electrical and electronic control systems, including PLC‑based automation used on production lines.
Siemens/Allen Bradly PLC experience is highly desirable.
Perform root‑cause analysis to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
Inspect production equipment for wear, malfunction risks, and compliance with food‑safety electrical standards.
Ensure all work complies with the Canadian Electrical Code and internal food‑safety standards. (ISO, HACCP)
Complete preventative maintenance and corrective work orders, maintenance logs, and documentation accurately in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Maintain and update the site ESA logbook.
Ensure electrical systems meet food‑plant sanitation and safety requirements.
Follow lockout/tagout, arc‑flash, and plant safety procedures.
KEY EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Completion of secondary school required.
Valid Industrial Electrician (442A) or Construction & Maintenance (309A) license in province of Ontario.
Completion of an approved apprenticeship program.
Strong knowledge of industrial automation, PLCs, sensors, and control systems.
Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
Familiarity with food‑manufacturing equipment such as conveyors, packaging systems, chillers, mixers, grinders, slicers, batching systems, etc.
3–5 years of industrial or manufacturing electrician experience preferred.
Food manufacturing experience considered a strong asset.
Ability to stand for long periods, bend, twist, and perform repetitive motions.
Comfortable working in hot, cold, high paced and/or noisy environments.
Ability to lift materials (up to 50 lbs), work at heights, and operate tools safely.
Hilton Foods Canada is committed to building a culture of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees. At Hilton Foods Canada, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the HR representative. All requests for an accommodation and the accommodation measures will be handled in a confidential manner at all times.
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