Facilities Maintenance Operator Full-time Job

A Sustainable, Forward Thinking Protein Company
Maple Leaf Foods is a leading meat and plant-based protein company, employing over 11,500 people and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange. We are proud of our roots, which trace back well over 100 years, but our vision and purpose are decidedly forward looking. As we pursue our vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, we are committed to creating shared value – creative business value through addressing some of the world’s most critical social and environmental challenges. Our goal is to build a more sustainable food system, which provides nutritious affordable food, operates within planetary limits, cares for animals responsibly, and meaningfully engages with our communities to advance a more just society. We are advancing bold changes within Maple Leaf and more broadly within society to pursue our vision. We deeply believe this is the sustainable path to growth.
A snapshot of some of the exciting things you will lead and do: Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, the Facility Maintenance Operator is part of a team responsible for the ongoing upkeep of the building envelope and grounds at the London Poultry facility.  You will work closely with a variety of specialized contractors to ensure timely completion and adherence to preventative maintenance plans.  You will operate yard equipment such as tractors, fork lifts, articulating booms and more to support various functions around the plant.
As a Facility Maintenance Operator, you will:

• Liaison and support facility contractors while onsite performing work or inspections
• Execute minor repairs to the building envelope and systems in a timely manner aligning with the maintenance work management process
• Perform rooftop equipment general maintenance including HVAC filter replacements, inspections, lubrications, etc.
• Perform and participate in facility inspections in accordance with the Food Safety and preventative maintenance programs
• Operate yard equipment such as tractors, fork lifts, articulating booms, scissor lifts, etc.
• Perform housekeeping, janitorial and other general maintenance duties
• Generate work request notifications for corrective repairs discovered during routine inspections 
• Sweeping of yard around dock chock mechanisms as required
• Snow removal, salt and sand activities at all man door entrances and safety exits as required
• Lawn and yard work as required which may include lawn cutting, weed removal, parking lot sweep, garbage pickup, as needed
• Be able to work weekends and have flexibility to work a rotating shift
• Other work as assigned by management

What we have to offer you:

• Be part of a company with an inspiring and unique vision, with a deep commitment to sustainability and expanding its leadership in sustainable protein across North America
• Professional and career development opportunities supported by our commitment to talent development through our partnership with the Ivey School of Business. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that start on your first day of employment
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Commitment to Learning – courses, resources and tools provided to all employees
• Employee Assistance Program

What you will bring:

• High School Diploma or better
• Strong mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity and computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Self-starter/motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision and strong organization skills
• A strong communicator, both written and oral, who is confident, and decisive

Were a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Lets build a better future, together.
Were passionate about food. For more than 100 years, weve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® Were on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company not just in Canada but on earth.
We are carbon neutral.
We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
Were a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.