Maintenance Mechanic - Arc'teryx, New Westminster

The opportunity

As a Maintenance Mechanic among Arc'teryx jobs, your main duty is to complete daily inspection of machines on the production floor, troubleshoot and resolve all machine malfunctions in a timely manner. You will work closely with your team as well as with members of the Production and Engineering team to ensure smooth operation of all machineries and minimize impact on production.

You will work under the Maintenance Supervisor, collaborating with other maintenance technicians and mechanics to ensure regular inspections, repairs, and maintenance of machinery for optimal uptime and availability.

What you'll do

Key responsibilities and accountabilities for this role include:

• Provide immediate support to factory employees for technical issues with machines and quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems to minimize production delays and costs.
• Follow the maintenance schedule set by the leadership team in Facilities to perform regular quality service and preventive maintenance on various sewing, taping, press, and other production equipment.
• Proactively identify recurring machine issues and suggest corrective actions to Senior Mechanic and Manager to address root causes.
• Calibrate machinery to maintain quality standards.
• Timely and accurately document all maintenance/service activities in the maintenance log.
• Assemble, calibrate, and reset new machinery, including sewing and heat press machines.
• Install attachments and innovate or repair tools as needed by production.
• Assist in production layout changes, including machine setup and relocation.
• Adhere to and enforce all safety procedures during repairs to ensure all machines meet safety standards.
• Educate employees on the importance and use of safety features.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, following 6S principles.

Who we're looking for

If you are exploring Arc'teryx careers in New Westminster, review the qualifications required for this position:

• You have formal training in mechanical related trades and apprenticeship experiences.
• You have a minimum of 3-5 years of mechanical related experiences or a combination of education and experiences.
• You are detail oriented with a keen eye to the root of the right problem with the ability to find the right solution.
• You have good communication skills and can relay important and relevant information to coworkers in the proper operation and maintenance of machines.
• You can work well under minimal supervision as well as part of a team.
• You have strong interpersonal skills with ability to deal with difficult situations with tact and professional.
• You can balance autonomy and collaboration.
• You seek the best solutions, with an unwavering commitment.

Preferred assets for this role include:

• Related work experience in the following fields: Mechanical, Plumbing, Carpentry.
• Relevant experience working in building maintenance, equipment maintenance.
• Previous experience assembling, calibrating, and repairing different kinds of sewing machines, especially single needle sewing machines.

Total Rewards and Benefits

In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life across several areas:

• Health & wellbeing: Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial wellbeing: RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
• Time & Flexibility: Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
• Family support: Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.
• Growth, community & gear: Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).