Power Engineer (PM Shift)

Welcome to Daiya Foods, where we operate a manufacturing facility and offices that are LEED Certified, embodying our commitment to sustainability through the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design principles. Our dedication to minimizing environmental impact extends across our operations: 

At Daiya Foods, our social and environmental sustainability efforts are integral to our mission. As pioneers in the plant-based movement, we're driven by innovation and a passion for creating delightful alternatives. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, have food allergies, or are simply curious about plant-based options, our diverse portfolio of great tasting foods invites everyone to the table. 

Join our team of food-loving Daiyans, where our shared passion, vision, and ability to bring smiles to each other's faces fuel our journey of plant-based exploration.

SUMMARY

Our Power Engineer is an essential member of our Maintenance team, responsible for troubleshooting and providing both preventative and corrective maintenance support across production lines and overseeing equipment changeovers. This role involves the operation, maintenance, and management of plant equipment, with a focus on minimizing downtime and maximizing production efficiency. Key areas of responsibility include pressurized systems, boilers, thermal engineering, ammonia systems, fluid mechanics, technical instrumentation, and industrial electronics.

Shift Time: 

• PM Shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Salary:

• PM Shift: $37.50/per hour

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the maintenance and safe, consistent operation of the Steam Boiler Plant, Ammonia/ Glycol Refrigeration Plant, Process System and all related equipment.
• Monitor, maintain, trouble shoot and repair all HVAC and human comfort systems, including Air Handling Unit’s, Make-Up Air Unit’s, Supply and Exhaust Fans, etc.
• Complete daily logs and preventative maintenance schedules as required.
• Respond quickly to production requests for maintenance support to ensure minimum downtime
• Anticipate machine failures and make such changes or recommendations to prevent reoccurrence to minimize down time
• Troubleshoot problems and perform immediate repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and control drawings
• Install, maintain, inspect and repair a wide variety of mechanical equipment
• Perform equipment change-overs and production line set ups
• Works collaboratively with the Production and the rest of the Maintenance team to increase efficiency
• Responsible for working Safely and following all applicable WorkSafe BC regulation & complying with company policies
• Reports observations of any deviation to the process and/or procedure or a defect or non-conformance to the product which may result in a situation requiring food safety assessment and placing product on hold or scrapping the product to the management immediately
• Maintains a wide variety of power tools in good/safe working condition including annual safety inspections as required by WorkSafe BC Regulation
• Complies and adheres to SQF, OHS and GMP standards, requirements, and practices
• Performs other duties or undertakes projects as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 4th Class Power Engineer Certification
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a Power Engineer in a manufacturing environment with ammonia systems
• Well-developed maintenance skill set
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and control drawings
• Previous experience in food manufacturing facility an asset

RELATED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work overtime and weekend hours if required
• Knowledge of SOPs, HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices in food industry an asset
• Knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations
• Able to deal tactfully and efficiently with all enquiries
• Ability to interact with various departments
• Self-directed and motivated team player
• Ability to prioritize under the pressure of tight deadlines and handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, showing high level of professionalism in written and verbal communications (English)
• Must have good computer skills (Microsoft office)
• Determination and confidence to ensure issues are resolved
• Excellent eye for detail

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation
• Extended Health benefits fully paid by Daiya for your family
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• RRSP matching your retirement contributions
• Annual personal health and wellness fund
• Fun and creative environment
• Inspiring and innovative work
• Smart and passionate teams
• Making people and the planet a healthier place

At Daiya Foods, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, one in which employees can bring their whole selves to work everyday.  We welcome and celebrate differences because we believe a multitude of perspectives fosters innovation and will help us achieve our vision.

Daiya Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination of any kind.  We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, religion, marital or family status, age and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.  We endeavor to recruit, develop, and retain the best talent from a diverse candidate pool and truly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion among our team members is vital to our success as a company.  We trust that in applying for a role with us you value this as well!