Maintenance Manager

Responsibilities

Leadership

• Coordinate with the Plant Manager to establish planning, priorities, and executing all tasks (daily tasks and PMs) related to facility maintenance based on operational and business needs.
• Develop methods and schedules for equipment maintenance.
• Responsible for handling emergency situations or after-hour calls for repair and maintenance.
• Support the development of maintenance policies and standards for New Toronto Food Co.
• Coordinate training sessions in facility maintenance, safety procedures, and methods for operators.
• Assist with development of budgets to upkeep with equipment and property structures. Machinery / Repair / Equipment Maintenance
• Identify and troubleshoot repairs / installations of equipment irregularities and equipment malfunctions.
• Repair and / or replace malfunctioning machinery parts through a preventative maintenance program or through ad hoc maintenance requirements.
• Perform parts fabrication required with maintenance and / or set-up.
• Administer preventative maintenance and standard work orders.
• Manage / Log inventory and labour reporting on a computerized maintenance program.
• Perform equipment repairs and upgrades to machinery through interfacing with technical personnel from external contractors / suppliers.
• Provide effective and efficient resolution of ad hoc issues as they occur. Equipment Set-Up and Operability
• Perform and / or assist Operators with set-ups / change overs.
• General Troubleshooting requires excellent troubleshooting skills, and should be able to follow steps to isolate and address issues for a wide range of issues : PLC / HMI, Photo sensors, Vision Systems, drive-mechanisms, including, but not limited to, motors, gearboxes, pulleys and bearings, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, etc.
• General electrical troubleshooting as authorized.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive line agility, automation & capabilities (including spare parts).
• Lead and improve the Site preventative maintenance and spare part program.
• Conceptualize and implement design upgrades to outmoded devices and systems to increase efficiencies.
• Aid in the installation of new equipment.
• Review new equipment purchase specifications. Provide feedback with regards to equipment design and operability.
• Participate, as required, in Factory Acceptance Tests, commissioning and start-up of new equipment installations.
• Support the New Product Launch process as required. Health, Safety and Quality
• Advise the plant manager in possible improvements to buildings and equipment to ensure they maintain proper health and safety standards.
• Proactively identify, report, and resolve safety concerns.
• Observe and conform to EH&S and GMP guidelines and procedures.
• Implement safety programs, i.e. Lock-out Tag-out, Electrical Safety, etc.
• Identify safety risks and execute machine hazard assessments.

Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean work environment on the production floor and within the maintenance shop.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required. Skills and Requirements
• You are results driven and have a proven track record of delivering outcomes.
• You respect your commitments and can obtain optimal results from your team through respect and development.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to identify issues and decide on required actions.
• Competence to plan maintenance schedules.
• Able to read technical drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledgeable of automated / computerized machinery.
• Able to analyze and solve problems.
• Competent with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong critical thinking skills. Qualifications
• Minimum Education Level : Minimum high school education. Post-secondary education and / or trade school training an asset.
• Minimum Years of Experience : 3 5 years with 1+ years experience preferred, with experience in a high-speed packaging environment an asset.
• Licenses or Certifications : Millwright or electrician certification an asset (Licensed Millwright / Mechanic (433A) within the Province of Ontario).
• Good understanding of basic mechanical principles.
• Able to apply mechanical knowledge to process equipment to obtain efficient performance.
• Strong working knowledge of PLC’s, pneumatics, and hydraulic systems, strong mechanical aptitude.
• English language proficiency; ability to resolve issues in a tactful and diplomatic manner, communicate expectations and outline maintenance requirements - Spanish a plus.

Working Conditions

• Must be comfortable working in a cold environment.
• Steel toe (CSA approved) footwear is required at all times in the warehouse.
3 days ago