Maintenance Manager

The Opportunity :

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for establishing site level polices and implementing departmental and site strategies. The individual will implement and support continuous improvement and modern manufacturing principles through active management, mentoring and accountability.

The Maintenance Manager is a knowledgeable Maintenance leader with at least 5 years of experience in a Maintenance management role applying proven Maintenance best practices in a fast pace industrial environment.  A technical diploma is required. The Manager is familiar with using a CMMS / EAM system. The Manager follows company policies, standards and guidelines as they apply to all activities.

The Manager has strong leadership and communication skills, works well in a team environment, is responsible and is open to change. The person is people oriented, and results driven.

The Maintenance Manager promotes and maintains a safe working environment through compliance with Port Perry’s Food Safety and GMP policies, Health and Safety Program and Environmental Regulations.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 23. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy :   Existing Headcount

Compensation :    $94,000 - $141,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life :

• Manage, motivate, set priorities and expectations, and provide direct leadership to a team consisting of Supervisors, Planner, MRO and Project Specialist.
• Actively contribute to the successful management of plant processes and employees by nurturing a positive work environment through use of excellent interpersonal skills, team building and fostering two-way communication between departments, allowing production, quality and safety targets to be met.
• Ensure training of all company and site Food Safety and Health & Safey policies and procedures to all maintenance employees.
• Ensure adequate training is provided for employees on new equipment for all departments, including theoretical, hands-on, and on-the-job training as required.
• Help develop budgets followed by adherence. Identify savings opportunities and optimize the value we receive for all maintenance spend.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors driving both cost and service improvements.
• Ensure maintenance work planning and scheduling processes are sufficient and ensure proper staffing levels with maximum efficiency.
• Participate in the weekly planning and scheduling meetings.
• Accountable for post PM and completed Work Order quality reviews.
• Manage the maintenance work execution process. Establish and maintain escalation criteria for late work.
• Work with stakeholders and Project Specialist to identify and launch CapEx projects. Provide guidance to ensure that all new assets are accompanied by the appropriate maintenance strategy.
• Be a leader in utilities management, along with proposal of environmental and energy conservation projects.
• Responsible for the failure management reporting, reviewing and resolution process.
• Develop, document and apply a development and succession plan for Maintenance roles including a mentor / apprentice program.
• Contribute as a supportive key member of the Plant Management team in strategic decisions and continuous improvement in all areas of operation.
• Actively promote the collection of knowledge on the equipment health, performance and best practices within the Maintenance department and with other internal and external groups.
• Accountable for tracked departmental KPIs.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods :

About Us :

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders : our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at  accommodations@mapleleaf.com .

The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.  In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan.

Disclaimer :   Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.