At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.
Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada’s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils, and shortenings for the industrial, retail and foodservice markets.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Millwright at our Lethbridge, AB location. Candidates applying must be able to work Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. The hourly wage for this position is $46.57 per hour.
Responsibilities:
Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rules
Participate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times:
Always using the required personal protective equipment
Ensuring that authorized work is completed safely
Utilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazards
Participating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiatives
Reporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedure
Perform repairs and maintenance activities
Repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Alignment of gears, shafts, pumps, gear boxes, belts and agitators
Use of laser equipment
Installation and removal of motors
Connection of couplings and belts
Fabrication of equipment and parts
Establish and implement preventative & operational maintenance activities
Troubleshooting
Participate in rotational On-Call schedule
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Grade 12 or equivalent
Valid Journeyman Millwright Certificate
Skills to operate precision metal cutting & grinding machines such as lathes, milling machines, drills & grinders
Able to use instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers & prepare working sketches
Able to fit parts to mechanisms and verify dimensions
Able to work with computerized maintenance system
Excellent computer, communication and documentation skills
Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.
Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by September 1, 2026.
Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.
Skills Required
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Valid Journeyman Millwright Certificate
- Operate precision metal cutting & grinding machines (lathes, milling machines, drills & grinders)
- Use instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers and prepare working sketches
- Fit parts to mechanisms and verify dimensions
- Work with a computerized maintenance system (CMMS)
- Repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Alignment of gears, shafts, pumps, gear boxes, belts and agitators
- Use of laser equipment
- Excellent computer, communication and documentation skills
What We Do
Richardson International is a global agriculture and food-processing company and Canada’s largest agribusiness. It handles and merchandises major grains and oilseeds worldwide, connecting farmer relationships with vertically integrated oat, wheat, durum, and canola businesses. Its operations extend through milling, processing, packaging, and the production of food products and ingredients for kitchens around the world. The company serves agricultural producers and global food markets through a long-standing, integrated business model.
