Maintenance Manager

We’re partnering with a major unionized food manufacturer to hire a driven Maintenance Manager who can elevate plant performance and keep operations running flawlessly. If you bring strong leadership in maintenance—especially within rendering, edible oils, or high-temperature processing—you’ll thrive in this role.

Maintenance Manager Details:

• Monday-Friday, Day Shift
• $135K-$165K based on qualifications
  • + bonus
• Benefits from day 1
• 3 Weeks vacation

Maintenance Manager Responsibilities:

• Set key production metrics (efficiency, uptime, reliability)
• Oversee daily maintenance activities and support technicians
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and food safety standards
• Optimize equipment design and departmental processes
• Manage maintenance budgets and cost-saving initiatives
• Collaborate with various teams and lead the maintenance department
• Maintain safety and operational standards in food processing equipment
• Continuously improve maintenance processes and monitor policies
• Train staff and ensure adherence to safety regulations

Maintenance Manager Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree: a professional designation in engineering or equivalent
• 443A or 442A an asset
• 5 years of experience in a food manufacturing setting as a Sr. Maintenance Manager is a must
• Proven experience in maintenance management, particularly in a rendering environment, Oil & gas , edible oil processing or similar industries preferred. 
• Experience with centrifugal equipment a must. 
• Strong background in rendering processes is essential.
• Experience with CAPEX management and Project Management
• Experience implementing safety policies and procedures
• Experience implementing maintenance tracking and work order systems or programs an asset
• Experience in budgeting and cost management within maintenance operations.