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Maintenance Mechanic

@ YA YA Foods Corp

Toronto, Ontario

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YA YA Foods Corp is hiring a full-time Maintenance Mechanic for its liquid food and beverage manufacturing plant. The role keeps production equipment running through daily checks, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of PLC, electronic, pneumatic and mechanical machinery. Candidates need 3+ years of plant maintenance experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct daily equipment checks and repairs
  • Service and repair production line machines
  • Maintain PLC, electronic, pneumatic and mechanical systems
  • Troubleshoot equipment with minimal supervision
  • Support operators and train team members

Requirements summary:

  • 3+ years plant maintenance experience required
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic circuit knowledge required
  • Blow molding experience preferred
  • Trade licence an asset

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Employer posting date
2026-11-05
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2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
EducationHigh school (required), Trade certificate (preferred)

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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
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People associated on LinkedIn
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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
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Reported total investment
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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…

FieldValue
IndustryFood and Beverage Services
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2009
SpecialtiesAseptic PETTetra PakLow Acid Processing & FillingHigh Acid Processing & FillingOrganicsand Halal & Kosher
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Job description

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: Maintenance Supervisor

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct daily routine checks on equipment to detect damage or needs for repairs on equipment.
  • Service machines including but not limited to: conveyors, palletizers, wrappers, depalletizes, and labelers.
  • Complete production line assignments, maintaining strict safety standards.
  • Maintain and repair PLC, electronic, pneumatic and mechanical machinery.
  • Troubleshoot equipment, machines, and all associated hardware with minimal supervision.
  • Support operators when equipment malfunctions and work with them to correct the problem.
  • Participate in the development of team members through training and collaboration.
  • Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
  • Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Profile

  • 3+ years maintenance experience is required (plant, warehouse, manufacturing environment)
  • High School Diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.
  • Previous experience with blow molding machines (Blowmax experience is an asset).
  • Knowledge of pneumatic systems and mechanical tools.
  • Must be able to use hand and power tools.
  • Comfortable using Redzone or similar production tracking systems.
  • Excellent understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits is required
  • Electromechanical competency is an asset (sensors, drives, HMI, etc.).
  • Trade license is an asset
  • Ability to read manuals and blueprints and find parts.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Fast learner and commitment to continuous improvement
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Must have basic know-how of computer literacy.
  • 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.

“We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.”

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