About the Role
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. A career at Ya YA FOODS offers the opportunity to build a career, work in a dynamic and high-growth company with skilled professionals, become part of a teamwork-focused culture, and be part of an organization that supports your future growth path.
Responsibilities
- Conduct daily routine checks on equipment to detect damage or needs for repairs.
- Service machines including conveyors, palletizers, wrappers, depalletizes, and labelers.
- Complete production line assignments while maintaining strict safety standards.
- Maintain and repair PLC, electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical machinery.
- Troubleshoot equipment, machines, and associated hardware with minimal supervision.
- Support operators during equipment malfunctions and collaborate to correct problems.
- Participate in team member development through training and collaboration.
- Comply with the Company's Integrated Management Systems (Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP).
- Comply with all health, safety, environmental, food safety, and legal regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 3+ years of maintenance experience in a plant, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience with blow molding machines (Blowmax experience is an asset).
- Knowledge of pneumatic systems and mechanical tools.
- Ability to use hand and power tools.
- Comfortable using Redzone or similar production tracking systems.
- Excellent understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
- 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.
- Fast learner with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer literacy.
- Must provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and a valid work permit (if applicable).
Skills
- PLC maintenance
- Electronic machinery repair
- Pneumatic machinery repair
- Mechanical machinery repair
- Hydraulic circuits
- Pneumatic circuits
- Electromechanical systems
- Sensors
- Drives
- HMI
- Troubleshooting
- Blueprint reading
- Manual interpretation
- Computer literacy
Location
- Canada
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3+ years maintenance experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Technical certification preferred
About the Company
- 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 beverage 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.
- We believe that investing in our people is key to creating and growing a successful business.
- We encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce.
- We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.
Equal Opportunity
- We encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce.
- Every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a supportive working environment.
- Accommodations will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the selection process upon request.
