Operator, Boiler

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the Role

As a member of the Shift Engineers team, the Shift Engineer is responsible for the continuous economical operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of Refrigeration and Steam Plant and associated utilities.

Schedule: 4 x 12-hour day shift 07:00 am - 7:00 pm; 4 days off; 4 x 12-hour night shift 7:00 pm - 07:00 am; 4 days off.

Hourly rate: $39.55

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

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance.
• Pension enrolment on first day of hire.
• Employee assistance program for employees and their families.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer contribution.
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year.
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA.
• Organized activities for employees and their families.
• Health & dental benefits at 960 hours worked.
• Health and wellness program in the workplace.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Operation, maintenance and monitoring of all boilers, steam engines and all mechanical and electrical equipment in the boiler and engine rooms and other areas as required.
• Operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of the ammonia refrigeration system and compressed air systems.
• Handling of emergencies, i.e. Ammonia leaks, power failures, Fire Protection Systems etc.
• Ensure work is performed safely in accordance with H&S, Food Safety, Technical Safety Authority, WSBC regulations and Company’s Policies Procedures.
• Performance of other duties as required.
• Monitor and repair plant equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot plant wastewater system.
• Complete shift logs and monitor chemical usage.
• Ensure the correct usage of equipment and processes to reduce utility wastage and to assist in the elimination of plant effluent violations.
• Maintain and complete all duties and tests required for HACCP.
• Team player capable of covering for other shifts as required.

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

• 4th Class Alberta Power Engineering Certificate
• Minimum of 3-5 years of Industrial ammonia experience.
• Mechanical and Technical Aptitude.
• Ability to maintain accurate written records and documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Able to work in confined spaces; some heavy lifting as required.
• Must be able to operate equipment in a satisfactory manner within the specified training period. The specified training period shall be a mutual agreement between the successful applicant and management prior to accepting the position.
• Previous experience maintaining/operating dairy plant production equipment.
• An ability to learn and perform all duties as required.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Flexibility to work shiftwork including weekends.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and Management.
• Acceptable attendance record (within the overall plant average).

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