Our Brandon Maintenance Team is Growing!

We are seeking Millwrights to join our talented team!

Overview of the Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Millwright is responsible for the reactive, preventative and predictive maintenance and troubleshooting of manufacturing and packaging equipment.

Saputo Millwrights: Behind the scenes

Click here to explore the inspiring journeys of our maintenance employees—whose passion, expertise, and teamwork transform challenges into success stories.

Schedule: Rotation 12 hour shift – 6 – 6, Days, Nights, Weekdays and Weekends

Salary: $43.77/hr

Shift Premium ($1.20/hr) and Dual Trade Premium ($1.00/hr) Available

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :

•        Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance

•        Group retirement plan with employer contribution

•        Employee assistance program for employees and their families

•        Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match

•        Paid time off: Sick days and volunteer day off

•        Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA

•        Training and development programs

•        Organized activities for employees and their families 

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Carries out reactive, predictive and preventative maintenance on plant equipment

• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment in breakdown situations to minimize downtime

• Carries out equipment installations and modifications, repairing parts where necessary

• Work effectively in a processing environment without jeopardizing food safety

• Follows company policies and safety-first culture while continuously improving standards

• Works effectively and collaboratively with other trades groups to complete project assignments.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or assigned leadership designate

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Millwright with a journeyperson ticket/license or certificate of qualification

• Proven hands-on experience within food industry or high-speed packaging plant (preferred)

• Excellent trouble shooting skills able to work collaboratively with all departments

• Highly motivated initiator, able to work independently with minimum supervision

• Effective communication skills, able to complete computer-based workorders

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.

Overview of the role:

Reporting to the Plant Manager, and a key member of the leadership team, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of the maintenance department. The Maintenance Manager provides leadership for the maintenance department and is responsible for the overall maintenance of mechanical, electrical, computer-aided and plumbing technologies used to manufacture, package, store and ship products at the Brandon Plant.  

Salary: $ 111,890 – $146,860 annually

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hire

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance

• Group retirement plan with employer contribution

• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families

• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match

• Paid Maternity/Parental Leave program

• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off

• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA

• Training and development programs

• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs

• Organized activities for employees and their families  

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Provide leadership, coaching and mentorship to the maintenance leadership team through pro-active communications, employee involvement, participation, individual feedback and appraisal; 

• Develop sound relationships across the organization and with vendors; 

• Utilize continuous improvement strategies and remains well-informed of current and future technological developments; 

• Ensure that an annual maintenance budget and plan are developed, followed and that cost targets are within budget; 

• Partner with the Plant Manager to review revenues and costs relative to monthly budget and establishes further action plans; 

• Provide expert advice and guidance regarding the repair and maintenance of all machines and equipment; 

• Develop appropriate schedules, manpower and material requirements; 

• Manage the processes and secure the resources to ensure availability of the appropriate tools; 

• Maintain knowledge in mechanical and electrical trades, refrigeration, sanitation, storage equipment and machines; 

• Maintain a high standard of sanitation, housekeeping and cleanliness; 

• Maintain in good repair all production, packaging, storage, shipping and material handling equipment and machines as well as the physical plant; 

• Ensure that all work is performed safely, while following OH&S, WCB and Company regulations and procedures

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Engineering Degree or Journeyman ticket an asset; 

• 5 years of experience in a supervisory or management role; 

• Experience in a Preventive Maintenance Program, knowledge of SAP software would be an asset; 

• Experience in Parts Inventory, Cost Control and Sourcing Parts; 

• Experience in Managing budget; 

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages; 

• Knowledge and experience in SAP & Kronos are an asset; 

• Previous experience with C.I. tools with the ability to analyze, improve processes to reduce cost and improve quality;  

• Experience in manufacturing, and/or food industry would be an asset;  

• Demonstrated solid Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) understanding and compliance; 

• A broad understanding of computer-aided processing and packaging equipment; 

• Excellent in diagnosing and problem solving and spatial relations ability;  

• PLC training and experience an asset; 

• Excellent trouble shooting and analytical skills; 

• Must exhibit a high level of self-motivation, initiative good judgment, diligence, and have an excellent work ethic

Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

What You’ll Bring:

• Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate is required
• Minimum two years of experience as a Millwright, preferable in a food production facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Highly motivated – able to work well with minimal supervision

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Millwright is responsible for the reactive, preventative and predictive maintenance and troubleshooting of manufacturing and packaging equipment.

Saputo Millwrights: Behind the scenes

Click here to explore the inspiring journeys of our maintenance employees—whose passion, expertise, and teamwork transform challenges into success stories.

Schedule: Rotation 12 hour shift – 6 – 6, Days, Nights, Weekdays and Weekends

Salary: $43.77/hr

Shift Premium ($1.20/hr) and Dual Trade Premium ($1.00/hr) Available

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :

•        Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance

•        Group retirement plan with employer contribution

•        Employee assistance program for employees and their families

•        Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match

•        Paid time off: Sick days and volunteer day off

•        Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA

•        Training and development programs

•        Organized activities for employees and their families 

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Carries out reactive, predictive and preventative maintenance on plant equipment

• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment in breakdown situations to minimize downtime

• Carries out equipment installations and modifications, repairing parts where necessary

• Work effectively in a processing environment without jeopardizing food safety

• Follows company policies and safety-first culture while continuously improving standards

• Works effectively and collaboratively with other trades groups to complete project assignments.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or assigned leadership designate

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Millwright with a journeyperson ticket/license or certificate of qualification

• Proven hands-on experience within food industry or high-speed packaging plant (preferred)

• Excellent trouble shooting skills able to work collaboratively with all departments

• Highly motivated initiator, able to work independently with minimum supervision

• Effective communication skills, able to complete computer-based workorders

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.

Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by **. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

What You’ll Bring:

• Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate is required
• Minimum two years of experience as a Millwright, preferable in a food production facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Highly motivated – able to work well with minimal supervision

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

 The Opportunity:

Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by **. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

What You’ll Bring:

• Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate is required
• Minimum two years of experience as a Millwright, preferable in a food production facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Highly motivated – able to work well with minimal supervision

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

Overview of the role:

Reporting to the Plant Manager, and a key member of the leadership team, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of the maintenance department. The Maintenance Manager provides leadership for the maintenance department and is responsible for the overall maintenance of mechanical, electrical, computer-aided and plumbing technologies used to manufacture, package, store and ship products at the Brandon Plant.  

Salary: $ 111,000 – $139,000 annually

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hire

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance

• Group retirement plan with employer contribution

• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families

• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match

• Paid Maternity/Parental Leave program

• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off

• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA

• Training and development programs

• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs

• Organized activities for employees and their families  

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Provide leadership, coaching and mentorship to the maintenance leadership team through pro-active communications, employee involvement, participation, individual feedback and appraisal; 

• Develop sound relationships across the organization and with vendors; 

• Utilize continuous improvement strategies and remains well-informed of current and future technological developments; 

• Ensure that an annual maintenance budget and plan are developed, followed and that cost targets are within budget; 

• Partner with the Plant Manager to review revenues and costs relative to monthly budget and establishes further action plans; 

• Provide expert advice and guidance regarding the repair and maintenance of all machines and equipment; 

• Develop appropriate schedules, manpower and material requirements; 

• Manage the processes and secure the resources to ensure availability of the appropriate tools; 

• Maintain knowledge in mechanical and electrical trades, refrigeration, sanitation, storage equipment and machines; 

• Maintain a high standard of sanitation, housekeeping and cleanliness; 

• Maintain in good repair all production, packaging, storage, shipping and material handling equipment and machines as well as the physical plant; 

• Ensure that all work is performed safely, while following OH&S, WCB and Company regulations and procedures

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Engineering Degree or Journeyman ticket an asset; 

• 5 years of experience in a supervisory or management role; 

• Experience in a Preventive Maintenance Program, knowledge of SAP software would be an asset; 

• Experience in Parts Inventory, Cost Control and Sourcing Parts; 

• Experience in Managing budget; 

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages; 

• Knowledge and experience in SAP & Kronos are an asset; 

• Previous experience with C.I. tools with the ability to analyze, improve processes to reduce cost and improve quality;  

• Experience in manufacturing, and/or food industry would be an asset;  

• Demonstrated solid Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) understanding and compliance; 

• A broad understanding of computer-aided processing and packaging equipment; 

• Excellent in diagnosing and problem solving and spatial relations ability;  

• PLC training and experience an asset; 

• Excellent trouble shooting and analytical skills; 

• Must exhibit a high level of self-motivation, initiative good judgment, diligence, and have an excellent work ethic
  

The Opportunity:

Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by **. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

What You’ll Bring:

• Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate is required
• Minimum two years of experience as a Millwright, preferable in a food production facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Highly motivated – able to work well with minimal supervision

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

The Opportunity:

Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by **. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

What You’ll Bring:

• Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate is required
• Minimum two years of experience as a Millwright, preferable in a food production facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Highly motivated – able to work well with minimal supervision

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re 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. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re 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.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re 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.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.