Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager (Licensed Millwright 433A)Yoho Fine Water Inc. – Barrie, ONFull-Time | On-siteSalary: $100,000 – $120,000/year (based on experience & fit with our team)About Yoho Fine Water Inc.Yoho Fine Water Inc. is a premium bottled spring water producer focused on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. We operate a fast-paced, high-performing production environment where equipment uptime, preventative maintenance, and strong leadership are key to success. The culture of quality is very important to us, and it is a core expectation in how we work every day.At Yoho Fine Water Inc., we believe great leaders set the tone every day. The following qualities require zero talent, but make the biggest impact on team performance and culture:Being on timeStrong work ethicConsistent effortProfessional body languagePositive energyThe right attitudePride and passion in your workBeing coachable and open to feedbackWillingness to do extra when neededBeing prepared and staying organizedWe are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager (Licensed Millwright 433A) to take full ownership of our Maintenance Department in a fast-paced production environment.This is a senior leadership role for a true department owner, someone who can build structure, drive preventative maintenance, verify quality of work, reduce downtime, and lead a strong team culture.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and lead the Maintenance Department, setting clear standards for safety, performance, urgency, and accountability.Build, manage, and continuously improve a structured Preventive Maintenance Program.Lead maintenance planning, scheduling, shutdown coordination, and work prioritization to support production targets.Develop and manage and maintain training program.Verify and inspect completed maintenance work performed by the team to confirm quality, safety, and equipment performance standards are met.Review, approve, and sign off on completed work orders to ensure tasks are properly documented and closed out to standard.Troubleshoot, repair, and support automated production equipment and facility systems (conveyors, motors, pumps, compressors, hydraulics, pneumatics, etc.)Drive downtime reduction through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and long-term reliability solutions.Lead equipment improvements, upgrades, installations, and maintenance-related projects from start to finish.Manage maintenance documentation, SOP’s, and ensure audit-ready traceability under HACCP/GMP.Manage spare parts, tools, and inventory control to ensure readiness and cost-effective purchasing.Collaborate closely with Production and Quality teams to improve uptime, efficiency, and compliance.Supervise contractors and vendors, ensuring safe work execution, quality workmanship, and cost control.Track performance using key maintenance KPIs (PM compliance, downtime trends, response time, costs).Lead training, coaching, and development of maintenance staff while supporting and growing the Millwright apprenticeship program.Education & Experience:Licensed Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) 433A (Mandatory)Minimum 5+ years experience in a maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing / production environment.Proven experience leading preventive maintenance and equipment reliability in an industrial setting.Strong hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing automated equipment (conveyors, motors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, etc.)Experience managing work orders, maintenance planning, and maintenance documentation.Ability to read and write in English (required for work orders, documentation, SOPs, and audit records).Competencies:Strong leadership, coaching, and accountability.Safety-first mindset and high standards.Strong troubleshooting and root-cause thinking.Organized, proactive, and reliable under pressure.Clear communicator and team collaborator.Food safety mindsetWe’re looking for a leader who not only keeps equipment running but builds people and sets the standard. This role includes continuing and strengthening our Millwright apprenticeship program through hands-on coaching, development, and strong department leadership.If you’re a licensed Millwright (433A) who’s ready to take ownership of maintenance, drive reliability, and develop a strong team long-term, we’d love to hear from you.Follow Yoho Fine Water Inc. on Instagram to see more. https://www.instagram.com/yohofinewater/Please apply with your resume and a brief note outlining your maintenance leadership experience. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.