Food Manufacturing Maintenance Supervisor

We are currently seeking a Food Manufacturing Maintenance Supervisor located in Pickering on the Day Shift. This role will report to the Site Manager and will be responsible for maintenance team employees. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong mix of leadership experience in the food industry, an ability to work with various systems and processes, and a desire to take on new challenges in a fast paced and exciting customer focused environment.

Salary: 80K-90K based on experience.

Position status: existing vacancy - Day shift

Employment type: Full time

The successful candidate will:

• Supervise, coach, motivate, and develop a high-performing maintenance team, ensuring they meet objectives and adhere to company guidelines;
• Conduct regular staff reviews, set goals, and provide feedback on performance;
• Implement disciplinary actions, when necessary, in accordance with company policies;
• Develop and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to ensure compliance with food safety regulations;
• Ensure that staff maintain a heightened awareness of safety in all maintenance tasks, providing necessary training and enforcing safety protocols to ensure Health and Safety compliance;
• Provide comprehensive training for the maintenance team on the operation and utilization of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS);
• Drive daily focus on continue improvement to support site productivity targets;
• Lead continuous learning initiatives to enhance the skills and knowledge of team members;
• Lead root cause analysis of unplanned equipment breakdown to drive improved equipment uptime;
• Conduct regular inspections of the facilities to identify maintenance issues and ensure timely resolution;
• Oversee maintenance activities to resolve identified problems efficiently;
• Perform various maintenance tasks as needed, including repairs, troubleshooting, and equipment servicing;
• Develop and maintain a structured planning and scheduling routine for preventive maintenance of equipment;
• Prioritize maintenance tasks and estimate work requirements, providing technical assistance in developing job plans;
• Oversee and coordinate activities with external professionals such as electricians, plumbers, and other contractors as required;
• Inspect and ensure the maintenance of essential building systems including heating, electrical, air conditioning, and ventilation etc.
• Maintain budgetary control over maintenance expenditures;
• Manage staff hours effectively to optimize productivity and efficiency;
• Regularly check and inspect material and tools inventory, and place orders as needed to ensure adequate supplies;
• Implement and maintain an effective maintenance activity and strategies.
• Ensure accurate monthly reporting and validation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs);
• Maintain, monitor, and schedule activities within the CMMS;
• Assign technicians to jobs and evaluate their work, procuring parts as needed;
• Develop comprehensive work plans for the maintenance department and team, covering Preventive Maintenance (PM) and corrective work;
• Perform purchasing duties, ensuring timely procurement of necessary supplies and equipment;
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly meetings to ensure effective communication and coordination within the maintenance team
• Collaborate with other departments as needed, ensuring alignment with maintenance department functions;
• Take responsibility for all aspects of food safety within the maintenance department and staff;
• Follow all Company health and safety policies and procedures and work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act;

Education/Work experience requirements:

• Previous experience as a Maintenance Supervisor for (5+) years, in a manufacturing or food facility.
• Professional Certifications will be considered an advantage;
• In-depth knowledge of different building systems (heating, electrical, air conditioning, ventilation etc.);
• Familiarity with relevant health and safety standards and regulations;

Key technical & behavioural competencies:

• Previous experience with CMMS, SAP or other ERP software systems, including Nulogy, considered an asset;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel;
• Strong strategic and critical thinking abilities;
• Customer focused with strong interpersonal skills;
• Reevaluating existing priorities and readjust priorities based on business demands
• Ability to lead a dynamic team and increase overall performance.