Posted 2 days ago
Jr Project Engineer
@ YA YA Foods Corp
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
YA YA Foods Corp is hiring a Junior Project Engineer to prepare, coordinate and monitor engineering projects in a food and beverage manufacturing plant. The role covers product and equipment design, sourcing, P&ID work, client and vendor liaison and hands-on project support. The posting requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and is a full-time position.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, schedule and monitor engineering projects
- Design products, manufacturing equipment or rooms
- Create and modify P&ID layouts
- Work hands-on in the manufacturing setting
- Liaise with clients and external vendors
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering required
- Food manufacturing experience an asset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
- Ability to lead multiple cross-functional projects
- Strong organization and time management skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering |
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YA YA Foods Corp
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Full company description
Scalable Beverage & Liquid Food Manufacturing Across North America At Ya YA Foods Corp., we partner with leading brands to bring high-quality, innovative beverage and liquid food products to market—efficiently and at scale. With nearly 40 years of industry expertise and 15 years of operations in Toronto, 1 year in Belleville, and 3 years in Ogden (U.S.), we are a trusted co-manufacturing partner for mid-sized companies and global brands alike. Our 500,000+ sq. ft. of production space is powered by advanced technologies, including Aseptic PET, Tetra Pak, and Hot Fill PET, enabling flexibility across formats and volumes, from 200ml functional drinks to 2L family-sized beverages. What we offer: - End-to-end partnership: innovation, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution support - Broad product capabilities: broths, smoothies, dairy-based, sports, and plant-based beverages - Multi-format, multi-size production flexibility - Cross-border manufacturing in Canada and the U.S. We pride ourselves on agility, quality, and the strength of our people, delivering solutions that help brands launch, scale, and grow with confidence. 👉 Looking for a manufacturing partner? Let’s connect. 👉 Interested in joining our team? Explore our open roles and grow with us.
- LinkedIn followers
- 33,150
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 562
- Reported office locations
- 450-B Kipling Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M8Z 5E1, CA
- 450 N Depot Dr, Ogden, Utah 84404, US
- 540 College St E, NA, Belleville, Ontario K8N 0A3, CA
- Business categories
- Food and Beverage
- Food Processing
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- YA YA Foods Corp
- Ya Ya Foods USA LLC
- Ya YA Foods Corp.
- Specialties
- Aseptic PET
- Tetra Pak
- Low Acid Processing & Filling
- High Acid Processing & Filling
- Organics
- and Halal & Kosher
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Scalable Beverage & Liquid Food Manufacturing Across North America At Ya YA Foods Corp., we partner with leading brands to bring high-quality, innovative beverage and liquid food products to market—efficiently and at scale. With nearly 40 years of industry expertise and 15 years of operations in Toronto, 1 year in Belleville, and 3 years in Ogden (U.S.), we are a trusted co-manufacturing partner for mid-sized…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage Services |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2009 |
| Specialties | Aseptic PETTetra PakLow Acid Processing & FillingHigh Acid Processing & FillingOrganicsand Halal & Kosher |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 12 |
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About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…
- Build a career, not just have a job
- Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
- Become part of a teamwork focused culture
- Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Responsibilities
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate, assign, and monitor assigned engineering projects and delegated responsibilities.
- Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications.
- Design products, manufacturing equipment or rooms. Source and procure equipment and/or components as needed.
- Create estimates, bills, and invoices, and receive payments from customers.
- Interact and cooperate with clients and external vendors to interpret their needs and requirements to represent them by providing technical support and assistance.
- Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans) and report regularly on project status.
- Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
- Work hands-on in the manufacturing setting to facilitate projects until completion.
- Create and/or modify P&ID layouts in collaboration with in-house process and/or Automation Engineers.
- Collaborate with internal Operation teams on implementing engineering projects.
- Research technical information on plant control devices.
- Suggest process improvements for engineering projects.
- Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
- Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
- Other duties as assigned.
Profile
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required
- Experience working in food manufacturing is an asset
- Ability to apply engineering principles and knowledge to solve problems
- Ability to lead multiple projects in a cross-functional environment while delivering significant results
- An ambitious self-starter with strong desire to grow professionally
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Suite of Applications, AutoCAD), and instructional software. Knowledge of MS Project is an asset
- Skill in organization, analysis, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks
- Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Commitment to continuous improvement and quality of support and service
- Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
- NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
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