Posted 2 months ago
Maintenance Mechanic
@ Hood Packaging Corporation
Burlington, Ontario
Overview
Hood Packaging Corporation is hiring a full-time Maintenance Mechanic to maintain, repair and optimize manufacturing equipment, including robotics and conveyor systems, in a plant. The work covers troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, CMMS work orders and weekend acting-supervisor duties. The posting requires a 433A Industrial Millwright Mechanic (Red Seal) certification, three years of manufacturing experience and willingness to work 12-hour shifts.
Responsibilities:
- Install, repair and maintain manufacturing equipment, robotics and conveyors
- Run preventive maintenance programs and document work orders in CMMS
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Act as weekend supervisor and train junior maintenance staff
Requirements summary:
- 433A Industrial Millwright Mechanic (Red Seal) certification required
- Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing environment
- Solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Experience with CMMS and reading technical diagrams
- Willingness to work a 12-hour shift schedule
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Source type not verified · apify-linkedin
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | 433A Industrial Millwright Mechanic (Red Seal) |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Fields of study | Industrial mechanics, Millwrighting |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Hood Packaging Corporation
Saved company profile
Historical company information from a saved The Jobs API profile (LinkedIn/Crunchbase fields). It is not live-verified; figures may have changed. Missing values remain unknown.
Packaging for Consumer and Industrial Products.
Full company description
Hood Packaging is a quality manufacturer of packaging materials with 23 production facilities located in the United States and Canada. We have grown by acquisition and innovation. Our oldest, continuously running business, started over 100 years ago in the Jute and Cotton trade and we have expanded our flexible packaging skills into Paper, Plastic, and Woven packaging substrates as more advanced technology has developed for these products. A brief history to our growth: + TC Transcontintental (Multiwall Operations) acquired in 2020 + Bemis Corporation (Multiwall Operations) acquired in 2014 + Glopak Inc. acquired in 2006 + Bonar Packaging acquired in 2000 + Charleston Packaging acquired in 1986 + Southern Bag began in 1978 Each operation brings a particular skill, product, or other strength to our company – Liquid VFFS filling from Glopak and High Density printing are just a few of our innovative technologies. We are organized along two product types – Paper and Plastic. The Paper Division has 15 geographically diverse locations across the United States and Canada making flexible paper packaging structures with a very wide range of types, formats and closures. The Plastics Division has 8 production locations, again with the broadest possible selection of structures and many with unique applications. Cross selling our products allows us to develop unique product and supply arrangements. We plan to continue to innovate, to acquire and to develop strong industry relationships that will advance our technology, our skills and our products.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,141
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 994
- Reported office locations
- 25 Woodgreen Pl, Madison, Mississippi 39110, US
- 2380 McDowell Rd, Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A1, CA
- 1400 Sentinel Dr, Anniston, Alabama 36207, US
- 1800 Vincent Massey Dr, Cornwall, Ontario K6H 596, CA
- 364 Massey Rd, Guelph, Ontario N1K 1C4, CA
- 3075 Long Lake Rd, Roseville, Minnesota 55113, US
- 1887 Gateway Blvd, Arden Hills, Minnesota 55112, US
- 1401 W 3rd Ave, Crossett, Arkansas 71635, US
- 740 Cheraw Rd, Hamlet, North Carolina 28345, US
- 2410 N Lyndon Ave, Tyler, Texas 75702, US
- 2370 McDowell Rd, Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A1, CA
- 15 Rue David-Swan, East Angus, Quebec J0B 1R0, CA
- 2705 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418, US
- 1401 W Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, Washington 98660, US
- 5615 44 St SE, Calgary, Alberta T2C 1V2, CA
- 1222 34 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 1V7, CA
- 3 Corporate Pkwy, Goose Creek, South Carolina 29445, US
- 1829 Highway 35 South, Monticello, AR 71655, US
- 1961 Rombach Ave, Wilmington, Ohio 45177, US
- 4955 10th Ave S, Grand Forks, North Dakota 58201, US
- 4755 Boulevard des Grandes-Prairies, Montreal, Quebec H1R 1A6, CA
- Business categories
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Hood Packaging Corporation
- Specialties
- Packaging
- Manufacturing
- Plastics
- Flexible Packaging
- and Paper
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Hood Packaging is a quality manufacturer of packaging materials with 23 production facilities located in the United States and Canada. We have grown by acquisition and innovation. Our oldest, continuously running business, started over 100 years ago in the Jute and Cotton trade and we have expanded our flexible packaging skills into Paper, Plastic, and Woven packaging substrates as more advanced technology has…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Madison, Mississippi |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | PackagingManufacturingPlasticsFlexible Packagingand Paper |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 27 |
| View page |
The Maintenance Mechanic plays a pivotal role within the maintenance team, collaborating closely with production and engineering departments to ensure the seamless operation of the manufacturing environment. This position is integral to maintaining and optimizing manufacturing equipment, including robotics and conveyor systems. Responsibilities encompass troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize equipment uptime. The role requires experience in today's fast-paced manufacturing industry, enabling quick identification and resolution of mechanical issues to ensure continuous and efficient production processes.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Modifying, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosing mechanical issues and implementing effective solutions using expertise in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, welding, metalworking, machining, and analytical problem-solving.
- Executing preventive maintenance programs in accordance with established standards.
- Utilizing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage and document work orders.
- Troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Recommending and implementing solutions to both routine and complex equipment problems.
- Responding promptly and professionally to equipment issues, minimizing downtime, and ensuring production continuity.
- Integrating plant quality and safety policies into all maintenance activities.
- Removing, cleaning, and disposing of plant waste to comply with the company cleaning and recycling policy.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned by your supervisor as needed.
MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure efficient operation of equipment.
- Collaborate with production and engineering departments to align maintenance schedules with production goals.
- Serve as weekend acting supervisor: make decisions, handle escalations, and monitor and report on operations.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements during maintenance operations.
- Provide guidance and training to junior maintenance staff as needed.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Production Team: Collaborate to minimize equipment downtime and support production schedules.
- Engineering Team: Work together to implement equipment modifications and improvements.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure maintenance activities align with quality standards.
- Safety Committee: Coordinate to maintain a safe working environment.
- Contractors: Manage external service providers for specialized maintenance tasks.
FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Proficiency in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, welding, metalworking, machining, and analytical problem-solving
- A solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems is required.
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and schematics for accurate maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory requirements in maintenance operations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and components.
- Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and kneeling.
- Work in confined spaces and at heights.
- Use of hand and power tools for extended durations.
- Exposure to varying temperatures and industrial environments.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Manufacturing plant work environment
- Potential exposure to noise, dust, and other industrial hazards.
- Adherence to strict safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in industrial mechanics or a related field.
- 433A Industrial Millwright Mechanic (Red Seal) certification is mandatory.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
QUALIFICATIONS – SKILLS
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair complex systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills to address equipment issues efficiently.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
- Meticulous in performing maintenance tasks and documenting work.
- Willingness to work 12-hour shift schedule and adapt to changing work environments.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.