Our client, a leading unionized 24/7 food manufacturer, is currently in search of a highly skilled Maintenance Manager to join their team in Brampton, ON.

The Maintenance Manager ensures peak performance and safety of production equipment while leading a skilled team of technicians. This dynamic role involves implementing preventive maintenance programs, managing budgets, and driving cost-saving initiatives. We are looking for someone who has been apart of rapid growth and/or acquisitions who is a critical thinker and a pioneer of change.

Maintenance Manager Details

• ·        Monday-Friday, day shift.
• ·        Superior compensation!
•      + Bonus!*
• o   Relocation assistance available
• ·        Benefits from day 1!
• ·        3 weeks vacation

Maintenance Manager Responsibilities

• ·        Collaborate with the operations team to set key production metrics like efficiency, uptime, and reliability for your lines.
• ·        Oversee daily activities for Maintenance staff, ensuring all Levels 1-5 and Stationary Engineers keep industrial machinery running smoothly.
• ·        Provide hands-on technical support for all production equipment, prioritizing reliability and effective maintenance.
• ·        Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and food safety practices throughout the facility.
• ·        Work to enhance production line performance, focusing on uptime and meeting design operating rates.
• ·        Identify opportunities to improve equipment design and departmental processes to maximize asset availability.
• ·        Manage maintenance budgets wisely, finding cost-saving opportunities along the way.
• ·        Liaise with vendors and contractors to ensure service needs are met efficiently.
• ·        Act as a technical resource, collaborating with manufacturing, warehouse, planning, engineering, and QA teams.
• ·        Lead and develop your team of technicians, focusing on performance management, training, and career growth.
• ·        Direct the safe maintenance and operation of food processing equipment, following all company procedures.
• ·        Continuously evaluate and improve maintenance processes for future growth.
• ·        Implement and monitor policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to the Collective Agreement.
• ·        Handle corrective actions, including disciplinary measures when necessary.
• ·        Promote a Culture of Safety by adhering to workplace regulations and policies.
• ·        Tackle work problems proactively and suggest measures to boost departmental output.
• ·        Train Operators on safe equipment operation and manage the inventory of repair supplies.
• ·        Participate in the PM program to ensure continuous improvement of all machinery.
• ·        Maintain accurate maintenance reports and documentation, ensuring safety devices are functional post-repair.

Maintenance Manager Qualifications

• ·        Bachelor’s degree: a professional designation in engineering or equivalent
• ·        443A or 442A an asset
• ·        Previous experience in a food manufacturing setting is a must
• ·        5 years of proven experience in maintenance management, particularly in a rendering environment, edible oil processing or similar industries.
• ·        Strong background in rendering processes is essential.
• ·        Experience with CAPEX management and Project Management
• ·        Experience implementing safety policies and procedures
• ·        Inventory and parts management experience.
• ·        Experience implementing maintenance tracking and work order systems or programs an asset
• ·        Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• ·        Technical expertise in industrial machinery maintenance and reliability practices.
• ·        Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with various departments.
• ·        Experience in budgeting and cost management within maintenance operations.
• ·        Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in food processing environments.
• ·        Ability to develop and implement maintenance processes to improve efficiencies.