Maintenance Mechanic

About Ya YA Foods:  

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years of experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low-acid and high-acid beverages and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business that 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: 

• Install startup and shutdown equipment in accordance with company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Perform mechanic skills including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and troubleshooting for the repair and maintenance of production equipment.
• Carry out necessary logistics work, including receive of goods, preparation of goods for upcoming production orders and loading of bulk product for shipment.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Maintain strict GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• 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  

• Experience in blow molders, rotary high speed fillers , labelers ,sleeve machine, case packers, palletizers.
• High school, GED, or equivalent education. Trade or vocational school education is preferred.
• 2 years of experience working in a maintenance role in various environments is required.
• Experience working in a food and beverage manufacturing facility is preferred.
• Able to understand and safely use various hand tools and power tools to carry out and complete maintenance tasks.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical components such as (but not limited to) VFD’s motor starters, temperature sensor.
• Industrial electrical up to 480 VACS
• Controls & instrumentations  
• PLC/software &hardware experience
• Pneumatics & Hydraulic experience
• BRC/HACCP, Environment, Sustainability
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force at times and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to work in cold and hot environments (approximately 38F-80F degrees)
• Ability to repeat motions that may include use of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, and standing or sitting for prolonged periods (average 8-12 hours).

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 25-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.