Job Description:

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Journeyman Electrician to join our rapidly growing company.

Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food maker with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. Founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN® and ACANA® brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry across three major geographic regions.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.

Here's the Scoop – Summary

The Journeyman Electrician has primary responsibility for the provision of electrical services to the Company’s petfood manufacturing facility and warehouse in Acheson, AB.  This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overall functionality of all of all electrical systems and equipment.  The Journeyman Electrician works out of our new world class facility in Acheson and reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. 

What a typical day looks like:

Ensure compliance to Company’s policies, practices and procedures related to Health and Safety, Food Safety, and the EnvironmentPerform regularly scheduled checks of electrical units to ensure they are functioning properly, using and handling electrical testing and repair tools in a safe mannerMaintain accurate and complete records of all electrical inventories, including placing orders for parts and/or equipmentMaintain an accurate and complete log of electrical repair and maintenance work activitiesPerform department PMs, including but not limited to, cleaning, lubricating and completing other routine maintenance workProvide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as directedTroubleshoot machine and production problems by diagnosing defects in equipmentEfficiently set up, inspect, and shut down production-related equipment when requiredDemonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer serviceKeep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentationComply with all safety training and departmental SOPs, and with all regulations relating to equipment and chemical approvals for a food manufacturing facilityParticipate in departmental housekeeping practices, i.e. keeping the maintenance shop and surrounding area clean, as well as metal rack, outside scrap bins, and the welding station, and participate in dismantling and assembling equipment and machines for deep cleaning purposesMaintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant industry technologies and codesDevelop and demonstrate awareness and understanding of corporate policies, practices and procedures regarding health and safety and the environment and commit to personal compliance with samePerform other tasks as required or assigned

What are we looking for?

Journeyman Electrician certification, plus three to five years’ work experience, providing opportunity to develop sound understanding of the safe handling and use of electrical repair tools and equipment.Knowledge and understanding of variable frequency drives (VFD) and programmable logic controller (PLC).Competent in the use of basic computer programs and experienced with programming PLC, DeviceNet, and Ethernet.Ability to identify technical malfunctions in electrical units.Self-directed, with ability to work successfully both independently and within a team environmentGood organizational abilities, including planning and execution skills, with attention to detail in all areas of workStrong analytical and problem solving abilitiesEffective communication skills, both verbal and written, and good interpersonal skills that create ability to work successfully with diverse groups within a team environmentFluent in English, both written and spokenAble to work well under pressureAble to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all timesAbility to pass a Drug & Alcohol and Fit-to-Work test up to 75 lbsAbility to clear a Criminal Record Check and provide references

Working Conditions:

Work environment is in a pet food distribution centre, with exposure to dust, noise, and fluctuating temperaturesOvertime and Saturdays as requiredRotating shifts between days, evening and nightsManual dexterity required to perform repairs on various types of equipment, and occasional computer useMust be able to physically inspect company equipment, property, and assetsWorking Monday – Friday  Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PMRegularly required to work at heights; fall arrest training to be provided by the Company

What can you expect from Champion?

Safety: a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment.Earnings: Competitive Wages that give financial peace of mind, RRSP with Company, and donation matching.Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs.Continuing Education: In House & Online Learning & Development, as well as an Education Assistance Program.Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.Other Perks: Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month, Free Parking and more!

What are you waiting for? Join the pack!

Come as you are.

We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.

Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.

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