Location:Ancaster, ON, CA, LG9 3L1LG9 3L1Job Type: Bakery OperationsLG9 3L1Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun Farm Bakery®. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.Position PurposeThis position is responsible for learning and developing skills associated with performing preventive maintenance, repairs, assisting with troubleshooting equipment and some project work.Key AccountabilitiesThe apprentice will additionally be asked to do a variety of other routine duties such as shop cleanup, equipment changeovers, creating work orders and completing root cause analysis with corrective action reports.Responsibilities: Follow bakery safety and procedures to be in compliance with company policiesSet-up production lines and assist in changeovers as requiredPerform routine preventative, proactive, corrective and emergency activitiesEffectively use the SAP maintenance system to create work orders, complete PMs, and find partsMust attend and be successful in the in-school portion of training as outlined by the Ministry of Colleges and UniversitiesMaintain accurate log book and daily shift reportsEnsure that all employees are aware of their responsibilities specific to food safety, legality and qualityAdhere to all applicable job procedures as outlined in SOP manualAdhere to GMP’s and Health and safety rules as outlined in employee handbookAdhere to food safety practices and ensure they are being followed Skills, Experience & Qualifications: Minimum grade 12 educationGood mechanical aptitudeEffective communicatorHas demonstrated an interest in maintenance and taken part in self-improvement initiativesHas good analytical skills and demonstrates ability to find solutionsUnderstands high sense of urgency to solving problemsAble to lift 50 lbs, work from heights and in tight spacesWill be required to pass a mechanical aptitude test as a part of the selection process RequiredEducation, Technical Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Proficiency Level High school diploma or equivalentMust attend and be successful in the in school portion of training as outlined by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities Preferred Experience or demonstrated interest in maintenance Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of work in the bakery requires employees to stand on their feet for the entire 8-12 hour shift Physical demands may also include reaching, bending, walking, lifting (up to a maximum of 50lbs) and performing repetitive actions Please refer to the PDA for all physical requirements of this position Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ASPIRE BAKERIES Limited is a 24 hour/ 7 day manufacturing operationThe temperature of the environment within the production area can range from 58 - 80 degrees Fahrenheit depending on the department The production areas are often loud, exceeding 85 decibels, due to the machinery that is running; earplugs are required to be worn while in the bakery at all times Depending on position, some employees may be exposed to dust; dust masks and respirators are available if requiredWe thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.