Industrial Mechanic Journeyperson

Posted By: CKF Inc

Position Description:

CKF Inc., a leader in Canada’s pulp molding industry is a progressive company with a strong commitment  to safety and Continuous Improvement.   CKF Inc. is a National Company with plants located in British Columbia, Ontario and Nova Scotia, manufacturing numerous types of food packaging.  
Our Hantsport, Nova Scotia location is located in the Annapolis Valley, less than an hour’s drive from Halifax.  This location is looking to hire Industrial Mechanics (Millwrights) to join our maintenance team.  Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the installation, removal, repair, and preventive maintenance of rotating equipment within the manufacturing floor.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
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10.       Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act; as well as, Government rules and regulations, and Company Policies
11.       Maintains a clean work environment
12.       Performs other related duties as required
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
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CKF offers a competitive wage and benefit package (including a pension plan).  We are also offering a signing bonus, a rention bonus, and employee referral programs.  If you want to work for a dynamic and exciting company and enjoy the challenges of working on a variety of equipment in a fast-paced environment, then come be a part of our team.  
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
CKF is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status.
CKF Inc. performs Criminal background checks on potential candidates, as a condition of employment.