Job Description

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into innovative solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do.

We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization.

If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move.

Project Millwright (433A)

Feversham, Ontario

Starting Rate: $43.75/hour

Ice River Sustainable Solutions is looking for two licensed 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwrights) to join our team in Feversham, Ontario.

This is not a traditional maintenance role. You'll begin your career with Ice River supporting major capital projects and new high-speed production line installations, working alongside our engineering and project teams to build, install, commission, and optimize manufacturing equipment. If you enjoy fabrication, rigging, mechanical installations, and bringing new equipment to life, this is an exciting opportunity to work on some of our most significant manufacturing projects.

Successful candidates will begin in a dedicated Projects role, supporting major capital projects and new production line installations at our Feversham facility. This initial assignment is expected to last approximately six months and will primarily be scheduled on straight days. Upon completion of the projects, employees will transition into a permanent role based on operational needs, which may include the Projects Team, the Feversham Maintenance Team, or another nearby Ice River facility. Permanent placement may require a continental shift schedule.

What You'll Be Doing

• Install, assemble, align, and commission new high-speed production equipment and complete production lines.
• Participate in major capital projects, plant expansions, and equipment upgrades.
• Perform mechanical installations using blueprints, equipment layouts, technical drawings, and manufacturer specifications.
• Safely rig, lift, position, and secure machinery and production equipment.
• Fabricate brackets, guards, supports, platforms, and other mechanical components as required.
• Modify existing equipment to accommodate new production requirements.
• Assist with equipment testing, commissioning, production start-up, and final mechanical adjustments.
• Work closely with engineers, contractors, electricians, and internal project teams to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all Health & Safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout procedures and safe rigging practices.

What We're Looking For

• Licensed 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright).
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience installing, commissioning, or relocating high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Proven experience with mechanical assembly, precision alignment, rigging, and equipment installation.
• Strong fabrication skills, including the ability to build or modify simple mechanical components and supports.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layouts, mechanical drawings, and schematics.
• Strong understanding of conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, drives, pumps, and other industrial mechanical systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple trades and contractors.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience installing and commissioning high-speed food, beverage, or packaging production lines.
• Experience with bottling, conveying, palletizing, robotics, injection moulding, or other highly automated manufacturing systems.
• Previous involvement with large capital projects, plant expansions, or complete production line installations.

Why Join Ice River?

• Starting wage of $43.75/hour
• Begin your career on exciting capital projects with an initial straight-day schedule before transitioning into your long-term role within Ice River.
• Opportunity to work on major production line installations and cutting-edge manufacturing technology.
• Tool allowance.
• Paid professional development opportunities.
• Long-term career growth across multiple Ice River facilities and project teams.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Enjoy working outside the city with minimal traffic and an excellent quality of life.

Working Conditions

This position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing ladders, kneeling, crouching, bending, lifting, carrying, and working in physically demanding industrial environments.

Work may involve working at heights, in confined spaces, around active construction zones, and within operating manufacturing facilities. Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and industrial equipment should be expected. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn at all times.

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Note to Recruiting Agencies:

Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment.