Maintenance Manager

14 hours ago

Brampton Ontario, Peel region, Canada KIT Recruitment Full time

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 *
  • 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.

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