Johnson Electric
Industrial Millwright
Canada, Ancaster
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- 6 Nov 2026
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Join Our Team as an Industrial Millwright at Johnson Electric!
- Location: Ancaster, Ontario (onsite)
- Pay Rate: $42.21-$47.24 per hour Plus Continental Shift premiums: $1.00/hr (days) & $1.50/hr (nights)
- Vacany Type : Full-time, Permanent
- Schedule: Continental shifts, bi-weekly rotating as necessary
As our next Industrial Millwright , you will play a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, repair, refurbishment, installation, and start‑up of production and test equipment. This role supports high‑volume manufacturing operations by providing strong mechanical expertise across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and controls systems, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. You will reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.
- Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.
- Global Mobility: Opportunities for international assignments and transfers to broaden your career horizons.
- Ethical Practices: A commitment to ethical business practices and integrity in all operations.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Maintain, repair, refurbish, and support production equipment and facilities in accordance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
- Repair, assemble, debug, install, and start‑up new or modified CNC, PLC, robotic, and automated assembly equipment from a mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls perspective.
- Perform hands‑on troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical systems, including machine tooling, automated equipment, and production systems in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.
- Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to support new manufacturing projects, equipment upgrades, and production improvements.
- Support planned maintenance activities, emergency repairs, and breakdown response to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
- Interpret and work from mechanical drawings, schematics, operating manuals, and equipment documentation; assist in maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date technical documentation.
- Ensure machinery and equipment meet operational quality, safety, and efficiency requirements.
- Utilize proper rigging, lifting devices, tools, and techniques to safely position, install, and repair equipment.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, safety, and overall maintenance effectiveness.
- Maintain an organized, well‑equipped maintenance area with strong housekeeping and project organization practices.
- Work with other maintenance team members to ensure effective communication, shift hand‑off, and coordination of work.
- Ensure all work is completed in compliance with company Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Production Systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
What We're Looking For:
QUALIFICATION
- Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Red Seal or provincial equivalent) in good standing preferred
- Completion of a recognized Millwright Apprenticeship preferred
- In lieu of a Millwright Certificate or ticket, candidates with five (5) or more years of relevant hands-on industrial maintenance experience will be considered.
EXPERIENCE
- 1 to 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting CNC, PLC, robotic, or automated assembly equipment in a high‑volume production setting.
TECHNICAL & SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Strong hands‑on mechanical skills related to equipment assembly, machine repair, and preventative maintenance.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and basic electrical systems.
- Exposure to PLC‑ and CNC‑based equipment; Fanuc robot experience is considered an asset.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to interact at all organizational levels.
- High level of integrity, dependability, and sense of urgency in a production environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT (INCLUDING PHYSICAL DEMANDS)
- Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, temperature variations, confined spaces, and production materials.
- Required to stand, walk, crouch, climb ladders and stairs, push, pull, lift, and carry tools, components, and materials throughout the facility.
- Operation of material‑handling and lifting equipment as required.
- Willingness to work rotating or continental shifts, overtime, and emergency call‑ins as required to support operations.
What we offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish. Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
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