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Industrial Electrician 442A
@ emergiTEL Inc.
Ajax, Ontario
Overview
Smurfit Westrock is hiring an Industrial Electrician for its Ajax packaging facility to join the maintenance team. The role covers troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading electrical and automation systems on 24-hour production lines, working 12-hour rotating shifts that include weekends, with a competitive wage, pension and benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical and machinery faults on 24-hour production equipment
- Modify existing electrical systems to improve performance
- Repair or replace defective machinery parts
- Maintain general building and systems upkeep
- Support maintenance team on projects and safety initiatives
Requirements summary:
- 442A Industrial Journeyman Electrician licence or apprenticeship completion
- Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience
- Knowledge of CSA and ESA standards
- PLC, drive and servo troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts including weekends
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 40 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Certificate of Qualification / Apprenticeship for Industrial / Construction Elec |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Paid training |
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emergiTEL Inc.
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At emergiTEL, we are redefining what it means to connect exceptional talent with visionary organizations. Since our inception in 2006, we have built our reputation as a purpose-driven leader in recruitment and HR solutions. Our unique three-dimensional screening process goes beyond technical qualifications, delving into the critical aspects of soft skills and cultural alignment to deliver talent that truly transforms organizations. emergiTEL is a National Tier-1 staffing supplier to top North American brands in IT, Telecom, Retail, Banking, Insurance and Consulting verticals . We are a recognized-leader for providing the best placements, retention, and re-hire ratios. emergiTEL is more than a recruitment firm—we are your strategic partner for workforce transformation. Our global footprint enables us to operate seamlessly across major markets while maintaining a boutique approach to service. We are known for anticipating client needs, challenging conventional thinking, and delivering innovative solutions that create lasting value. We proudly serve a diverse range of organizations, from ambitious start-ups to global enterprises, spanning private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. Our clients return to us not just for the results we deliver but for the trust we build through every engagement. The foundation of emergiTEL’s success lies in our people and principles. We cultivate a dynamic and inclusive culture that champions creativity, adaptability, and authenticity. By empowering our team to think differently and act boldly, we consistently achieve extraordinary results for our clients. Our values are rooted in integrity, excellence, and collaboration. From leveraging cutting-edge technology to fostering genuine partnerships with clients and candidates, we ensure that every interaction is marked by trust and mutual respect. By understanding the intricate balance of skill, character, and culture, we help organizations uncover the right talent at the right time.
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- Reported office locations
- 100 King St W, 2550, Toronto, Ontario M5X 1A9, CA
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- Other recorded names
- emergiTEL
- Specialties
- Staffing
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- Training
- Executive Search
- and Head Hunting
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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At emergiTEL, we are redefining what it means to connect exceptional talent with visionary organizations. Since our inception in 2006, we have built our reputation as a purpose-driven leader in recruitment and HR solutions. Our unique three-dimensional screening process goes beyond technical qualifications, delving into the critical aspects of soft skills and cultural alignment to deliver talent that truly…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2006 |
| Specialties | StaffingConsultingOutsourcingTrainingExecutive Searchand Head Hunting |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 74 |
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The client is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
The Smurfit Westrock Ajax packaging facility, where this position is based, is one of the largest employers in Ajax and Durham Region. We provide innovative packaging solutions to the beverage market and serve name brand customers such as Coca Cola, Pepsi, Anheuser Bush, Labatts and Molson to name a few.
Career Opportunity:
The Ajax facility is currently recruiting for an Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team.
We offer a competitive wage and benefit package, including pension, and the ability to grow, develop and advance, as part of the Smurfit Westrock team. Numerous opportunities are available to participate on projects, safety and performance excellence teams.
Must be able to work all 12 hour rotating shifts:
* Days: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
* Nights: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
* Shifts rotate every two weeks and include working weekends
Job Duties:
- Successful completion of a certificate of Qualification / Apprenticeship for Industrial / Construction Electrician or other related equivalent
- Minimum 3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Full understanding of CSA and ESA standards and compliance
- Assess problems and make changes to existing electrical systems in order to improve performance
- Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions in a fast paced, high pressure environment
- Repair or replace defective machinery parts
- Experience with general building and systems upkeep
- Siemens PLC / Drive familiarity and servo systems
- Good communication skills, both verbally and written
- Read and understand blue prints, specifications, and manufacturers manuals
- PC knowledge and proficiency with various PLC applications, Microsoft, Cad, CMMS
- Robot (ABB) familiarity an asset
- Must be able to work independently and be self-directed in a demanding, fast-paced production environment, adjusting to changing priorities & roles as required
- Ability balancing a variable workload
- Flexibility to work weekends to meet business needs.
- Daily use of electrical and mechanical skills to support 24hr / day production equipment
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Must be able to maintain exceptional attendance.
- High school diploma
- Industrial Journeyman Electrician License 442A
- Analytical and troubleshooting skills - PLC’s / relevant software knowledge
- AC/DC drives, servo’s
- Positive, can-do attitude/Initiative
- Physically fit
- Able to work 12 hour continental shifts
- Why work with Smurfit Westrock:
An Employer that cares about health and safety
Smurfit Westrock training opportunities
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
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