Maintenance Technician

at  UPM

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Join us in creating a future beyond fossils!
UPM Raflatac Canada is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess significant electrical and mechanical expertise, be eager to learn, and be committed to supporting our operation processes. The role involves maintaining and improving equipment to ensure optimal performance and a high level of operational efficiency.
Greetings from your future manager
I am excited to welcome the Maintenance Technician. Our work will involve advanced processes and maintain high standards, all within a secure and equitable workplace. By collaborating with the team, we’ll elevate our processes to a high level. We’re committed to your self-development and believe that focusing on people development is key to achieving our goals. Looking forward to the great things we’ll accomplish together.- Marcio Barbosa, Terminal Manager, Americas Region

What you will do

• You will address automation, electrical, and mechanical equipment problems during breakdowns and implement corrective/predictive/preventive measures to eliminate equipment issues and improve work practices
• You will monitor PLC systems and participate in new equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
• You will engage in a reliability-centered maintenance program to optimize efficiency and production flow
• You will maintain appropriate documentation of condition monitoring, work performed, parts used, and follow-up needed related to equipment maintenance
• You will enhance appropriate housekeeping standards in all work areas and manage the local storeroom to ensure an accurate inventory of spare parts
• You will coordinate, communicate, and oversee local contractors as required, and support service agreement negotiations for machines and machine elements
• You will prioritize assigned work in coordination with the Operations Leadership Team
• You will perform all procedures in full compliance with laws, safety, and environmental regulations, and in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures

Who you are

• You have an associate degree (or an equivalent) in electrical engineering technology, or related field, with 5–10 years of multi-craft maintenance experience, focusing on electrical/automation
• You have experience in the paper or paper converting industry
• You understand the National Electric Code, OSHA requirements, and both European and US electrical diagrams and symbols, strongly desire
• You are able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and blueprints
• You have a basic understanding of mechanical components used and the effective maintenance of a wide range of equipment, including highly automated, technologically advanced machinery
• You have good understanding and practical experience with PLC systems, preferably Siemens S7 and Allen Bradley
• You are proficient in troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, and Process Control Systems
• You have experience with CMMS and AutoCAD preferred; high communication, problem-solving skills, motivation, and ability to work both individually and as a team member

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additional information
Location: Toronto
Workplace type: on-site
If you are interested in this job offer, please submit your application via Apply button by August 23, 2024
If you have any technical issues with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or 877-723-5247.
This job description is intended to be a guide, and is not intended to be a contract of employment, explicit or implicit. All contents are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Cooperation is expected of all employees. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
UPM North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
UPM Raflatac offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials, graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 12 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPM’s growth businesses and employ around 3,100 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 1,5 billion (USD 1,6 billion) in 2023. Find out how we are labeling a smarter future beyond fossils at
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• You will address automation, electrical, and mechanical equipment problems during breakdowns and implement corrective/predictive/preventive measures to eliminate equipment issues and improve work practices
• You will monitor PLC systems and participate in new equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
• You will engage in a reliability-centered maintenance program to optimize efficiency and production flow
• You will maintain appropriate documentation of condition monitoring, work performed, parts used, and follow-up needed related to equipment maintenance
• You will enhance appropriate housekeeping standards in all work areas and manage the local storeroom to ensure an accurate inventory of spare parts
• You will coordinate, communicate, and oversee local contractors as required, and support service agreement negotiations for machines and machine elements
• You will prioritize assigned work in coordination with the Operations Leadership Team
• You will perform all procedures in full compliance with laws, safety, and environmental regulations, and in a manner consistent with company policies and procedure