Maintenance Electrician

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Maintenance Electrician
• Pay: 45.62 per hour with Red Seal
• .80 Shift premium for night shift
• 8-hour Shifts

Why Join Our Team

At General Mills Winnipeg, you’ll be part of the team that proudly makes Pillsbury Pizza Pops for Canadians. Invented right here in Winnipeg, Pizza Pops are now produced exclusively at our plant for markets across Canada. With multiple varieties and hundreds of thousands made daily, your work will help bring a beloved Canadian favorite to families nationwide.

You’ll join a welcoming, culturally diverse team, with more than 15 languages represented across the plant. At General Mills, we believe in growth—for our business, our communities and especially our people. If you’re ready to learn new skills, take on challenges, contribute to a safety-first culture and build a meaningful career, Winnipeg is a great place to start and grow.

What We Have to Offer

• $45.62 per hour for Red Seal
• Additional $.80 per hour shift differential for night shift
• Up to 80 hours of vacation annually  
• 12 paid company holidays
• Pension plan with company match
• Medical, dental, life insurance
• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour shifts 
• night shift: 10:00pm to 6:30am and 11:00pm – 7:30am
• On call rotation of approximately 1 week per month
• Ability and willingness to work scheduled on-call and weekend coverage
• Ability and willingness to work with flexibility (working other shifts if others are off), weekends, holidays and emergency events
• Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 5 days a week

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

• Be responsible for supporting, creating, integration, troubleshooting and improving a variety of processing/packaging controls systems including Wonderware, ArchestrA Systems, PLC
• Program, troubleshoot and maintain FANUC robotics systems, including integration and support of PLC systems
• Perform program adjustments and parameter tuning on robotic systems (e.g., FANUC) to enhance operational efficiency, including reducing cycle times and improving accuracy and repeatability
• Read and update electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Provide technical support/skills for equipment troubleshooting and controls/equipment modifications
• Understand, initiate, and participate in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
• Daily/monthly/annual review of equipment to ensure PM’s are adequately created/performed to work towards and sustain operational performance.
• Control over their work orders to ensure that they are accurate, complete and are correctly categorized for reporting purposes (damages, normal wear, failure, etc)
• Participate in the Daily Direction Setting (DDS) process to enable them to execute, track and report on the plan for the day.
• Utilize and coach on the foundational systems, equipment functions and settings and to support safety incident investigation and GStems reporting.
• Ability to do mechanical duties when required and in high demand periods, vacations, absences, etc.
• Actively participate in all plant maintenance shutdowns greater than 3 days
• Assist in training new employees
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Red Seal Electrician
• Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)
• 2+ years (minimum) experience in Controls Programming and Industrial Controls Technology or equivalent education in a related field/industry
• 3+ years (minimum) experience in programming and troubleshooting FANUC robotics within a manufacturing environment
• Experience integrating FANUC robots with PLC systems
• Ability to optimize robot performance for cycle time, accuracy, and repeatability through program adjustments and parameter tuning
• Knowledge and practical application with the following technology areas: PLC’s, HMI’s, process instrumentation, machine control systems, VFD’s, servo drives, robotics, power distribution (<600V), control system networking, and electrical safety
• Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment  
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
• Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
• Ability to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)
• Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet minimum age qualifications in the country in which the job is located.