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Maintenance Mechanic (Night)

@ Patch & Permasearch

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Brampton, Ontario

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Overview

Patch & Permasearch is hiring a night-shift Maintenance Mechanic on contract for its food manufacturing client. The role keeps food processing and packaging equipment running through preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance, plus emergency repairs. The posting requires night, weekend and overtime availability.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on food processing equipment
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns while maintaining food safety
  • Maintain facility utility systems including boilers and refrigeration
  • Keep accurate maintenance logs and documentation

Requirements summary:

  • Prior maintenance or industrial mechanic experience, preferably in food manufacturing
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across multiple systems
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
  • Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, WHMIS and SQF
  • Willing to work nights, weekends, rotating shifts and overtime

Tools & skills

PLCblueprintsschematicsequipment manuals
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Employer posting date
2026-09-09
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Scheduleovertime, weekends, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsWHMIS

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Job description

Our client, a leading food manufacturing company, is looking for an experienced and dependable Maintenance Mechanic to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional with strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills who can help keep production equipment running safely and efficiently in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

This is a night shift position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on food processing and packaging equipment, including mixers, ovens, conveyors, pumps, kettles, and related machinery.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
  • Respond quickly to emergency breakdowns and complete repairs while ensuring food safety requirements are maintained.
  • Perform timely repairs and adjustments to keep production running efficiently.
  • Maintain and repair facility utility systems, including boilers, refrigeration systems, air compressors, and water systems.
  • Ensure maintenance activities and equipment comply with GMP, HACCP, SQF, food safety, and company quality standards.
  • Assist with equipment changeovers, calibrations, and adjustments to support production schedules.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation of all work completed.
  • Support plant safety programs by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
  • Work closely with production supervisors and operators to troubleshoot issues and improve equipment performance.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, efficiency, and downtime reduction.
  • Assist with the installation and commissioning of new equipment and production lines.
  • Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), WHMIS, and all applicable safety procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Mechanic, or similar maintenance role, preferably within a food manufacturing or production environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
  • Experience with PLCs, sensors, motors, pumps, and conveyor systems is an asset.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
  • Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, WHMIS, SQF, and food safety requirements.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, 24/7 food production environment.
  • Willingness to work night shifts, weekends, rotating schedules, and overtime as required.

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