Maintenance Intern - Lactalis Canada

Job Title: Maintenance Intern

Contract length: January 6, 2025-April 25, 2025

*Location: Ingleside, Ontario (*note: Ingleside is located about an hour south east of Ottawa. No public transportation is available to the Ingleside site)

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favourite dairy brands such as Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogourt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter. Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more!

Lactalis Student Program:

At Lactalis, we are committed to cultivating talent and providing enriching opportunities that ignite passion and foster growth in our future leaders. Our student program is designed to nurture your potential by providing you with enriching work experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Lactalis Canada’s student program encourages curiosity, creativity, professional development, and personal growth. Not only will you develop your expertise through hands-on experiences, but you will also join a thriving network of Lactalis Students across Canada. We are invested in your long-term success and aim to equip you with skills and experiences that will fuel your future!

About the opportunity:

As part of the maintenance team, you will collaborate with a cross-functional team in executing custom projects and technical operations analysis or activities in a global manufacturing facility. You will work alongside our technicians' gaining hands-on experience. You will report to maintenance supervisor/ maintenance manager of the site.

The attributes we are looking for:

• Identifying gaps, to improve operation of equipment
• Predictive maintenance (vibration analysis, etc.)
• Automation (PLCs/SCADA)
• AutoCAD and reading technical drawing
• Creating PM plans, updating BOM's in SAP
• Work with maintenance team to troubleshoot problems and performing preventive maintenance
• Assisting on GM projects
• Updating engineering drawings and labels
• Participate in the installation of new equipment

What you will bring:

• Currently pursuing post-secondary education in a technical or engineering related discipline such as Electrical, Electro-mechanical, Robotics, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering
• Previous work experience will be an asset but not necessary. In-house training will be provided to the right candidate.
• Advance Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, v lookups
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Kanban, TPM, or other improvement methodologies and principles is an asset
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
• Ability to multitask

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its students with the following student package:

• A competitive salary
• 8% vacation pay
• Health & dental benefits starting day 1 (including coverage for vision, mental health practitioners, physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, naturopathy, and more!)
• A paid volunteer day to give back to your community
• Learning and development opportunities
• Opportunities to learn about different functions within our company
• Potential for future full time permanent opportunities!

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Apply through our LinkedIn page.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.