Mechanic (Toronto, CA)

POSITION: Mechanic BUSINESS UNIT: Sterling Road Factory LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario REPORTS TO: Maintenance & Operations Manager

Nestlé Canada Confectionery has an immediate opening for a Mechanic to join the Maintenance team at our chocolate manufacturing plant, located in Toronto, Ontario. This is a full-time position and may involve shift rotation and weekend work depending on business needs.

Benefits: You will have access to employee perks including:

• $45.09 as of May 1, 2026 + shift premiums (night shift $0.90/hour and afternoon shift $0.75/hour).

• Annual tool allowance of $600.

• Company matched Pension contributions.

• Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits, including short-term disability, optical coverage, life insurance, and AD&D.

• Corporate discounts.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP.)

• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories.

• Access to the Company Store with employee pricing on Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products.

• Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships.

A day in the life…

• Must show initiative and responsibility to carry out assigned work promptly with minimum supervision.

• Proactively execute the needs of a 24/7 operation while being able to respond to changing demands on short notice.

• Use of SAP for Asset Maintenance Management (AMM) to manage work orders and closures.

• Must have good mechanical / literacy aptitude to be able to effectively:

  • Repair defective machine parts and components using mechanical, welding, and brazing tools.
  • Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position parts during installation.
  • Align equipment using specialized tools, such as micrometers and plumb bobs.
  • Perform preventative maintenance procedures and accurately log findings in AMM.
  • Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
  • Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect irregularities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engineers.
  • Apply mechanical repair principles and procedures to ensure machinery functions reliably.
  • Review and interpret technical machinery manuals.
  • Perform diagnostic tests on functioning machinery to ensure compliance to safety regulations.
  • Perform basic operation of machine tools (as needed), such as lathes and grinders, to modify parts necessary for the maintenance or setup of machinery.
  • Inspect and lubricate components.
  • Identify differences in dimensions and shapes of components.

• Must have a good attendance record.

• Overtime work may be required including weekend.

• Practice safe working methods as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Internal Management Policies to protect personnel and equipment.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Follow all GMP Rules & Regulations and Quality Checks

• Work according to ISO 14001 Environment and OHSAS 18001 Safety requirements.

• Ensure compliance with the Nestle Quality Management System (NQMS) and quality policy.

What will make you successful?

• Valid Ontario Industrial Millwright License (433A), required.

• Experience of Key Standard Routines and Predictive Maintenance tools & Systems is required.

• Can thoroughly understand company policies and procedures.

• Knowledge and/or Working experience with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), especially with Preventive Maintenance Pillar methodology is, required.

• Experience in food or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

• Strong computer skills, with working knowledge of factory systems and SAP, are highly desired.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and excels at working within a team environment.

• Demonstrated problem solving and leadership skills, and can deliver results through people.

Please note: This position is an existing vacancy. Education Verification, Reference Checks and Criminal Background Checks will be administered on suitably qualified candidates.

If you believe you have the profile we are looking for and you want to make your mark in the World’s Largest Food and Beverage Company, we look forward to hearing from you!

Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Diversity and inclusion are incorporated in our everyday reality. We respect and encourage uniqueness and potential regardless of your race, gender, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process. #NestleSJ