Westbrook Greenhouse Systems in Beamsville, Ontario is a division of the Westbrook Group of Companies and it upholds the value of family owned, professionally operated. With over 60 years in the growing business, Westbrook Systems knows how to balance horticulture and economics, creating greenhouse systems based on experience, business acumen and innovation.

POSITION SUMMARY The Equipment Maintenance & Production Support role is responsible for preventative maintenance and routine repairs of plant equipment and facilities including presses, metal forming and cutting machines, CNC controlled and automated equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. In addition, this position will support production by operating equipment or assisting in quality control processes.

The primary objective of this role is to improve reliabiity of equipment and processes by reducing maintenance costs and plant down time, resulting in day to day production, safety, quality and efficiency improvements.

This position is an existing vacancy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment Maintenance

- Safely repair, inspect, overhaul, install, replace and/or perform preventative maintenance on various types of machinery and equipment including presses, CNC, hydraulic and pneumatic systems;
- Install machinery, tools and equipment according to layout plans and procedures;
- Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect irregularities and malfunctions.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues with machinery and equipment;
- Adjust, repair or replace defective parts as necessary;
- Operate machine tools as required for production, overhaul, maintenance or set-up;




- Assess breakdowns and identify defective parts, making recommendations for corrective action as necessary;
- Complete work orders and report observations.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting
- Support production continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality and efficiency;
- Maintain detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation;
- Maintain spare parts lists and accurate inventory of commonly used parts;
- Update ‘as built’ drawings as required;
- Support special projects as required.

Safety & Compliance
- Support initiatives for Pre-Start Health and Safety Review requirements for new and existing equipment;
- Ensure safety devices function properly on completion of repairs, modifications and installations;
- Maintain a clean and safe work area;

QUALIFICATIONS

- Minimum 3 years experience in an equipment maintenance role in a manufacturing environment;
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
- Experience with Rigging and Overhead crane use an asset;
- Completion of post secondary education in a technical field is an asset;
- Additional related training, certifications, education and experience an asset.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, diagrams, and specifications;




- Technical aptitude to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics and electrical equipment;
- Able to Install and remove mechanical components;
- Use precision measuring equipment;
- Use CAD and related computer software;
- Good time management skills to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining safety standards;
- Effective interpersonal skills to work in a professional and cooperative environment with coworkers and other staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- Work performed in a manufacturing shop environment;
- Exposure to elements such as noise/temperature/heights and working in awkward positions;
- Will require some lifting and operation of hand tools and equipment;
- Frequent exposure to moving equipment such as forklifts and material handling equipment;
- May require overtime and weekend work occasionally to meet deadlines;
- May require shift work.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We use artificial intelligence-enabled tools to screen and assess applications based on job-related criteria; however, all decisions regarding candidate selection and progression are made by human reviewers.

Westbrook Systems is an equal chance employer. We value workplace diversity and inclusion. Our hiring decisions are made on the basis of candidate qualifications, merit and business need. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting Human Resources.

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