Supervisor, Maintenance

Join to apply for the Supervisor, Maintenance role at Sofina Foods Canada. About UsSofina Foods is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products in Canada and Europe. Our family of brands include: Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher’s, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam in Canada; and Youngs, Greenland and Karro’s in UK. We are also the exclusive Canadian distributor of Italy’s finest Rio Mare, Lavazza products and Kicking Horse Coffee in Canada. Position SummaryReporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance operations of the facility, ensuring that all equipment and systems are functioning efficiently. This role involves managing a team of maintenance technicians, coordinating repairs, and implementing preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency. ShiftPlease note: this position is expected to work a 4 day, Friday to Monday schedule. Key Accountabilities Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for maintenance of the plant including equipment repairs and installations of all electronic, electric, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical equipment. Work closely with the planner in regard to planning, scheduling. Ensure all areas of the plant equipment’s repairs, rebuilds and PMs are completed on a nightly basis. Ensure “7 days planning sheet” with all the PMs is completed daily. Promote safety and a safe work environment for all employees/contractors. Maintain maintenance team hours entry in Kronos, vacation days, sick days, time off and OT. Physically walk the plant daily to verify completion of work of both internal team and contractors. Ensure that set‑up of all machinery in the entire plant is completed daily on time with no delays. Close work orders and PMs on eMaint and ensure trades enter their hours correctly, read comments and follow up on parts ordering. Establish schedules and methods for providing maintenance and repair services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly. Participate in the development of policies and procedures; recommend changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures. Troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment, machinery and related facilities. Lead and direct Equipment Criticality Assessments, Critical Spares Analyses, Failure Root Cause Analyses and Preventative Maintenance program improvements. Perform the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including recommending purchasing of all maintenance and repair equipment and supplies. Work closely with the Buyer to ensure parts are always available for repairs/rebuilds. Train maintenance staff in confined space entry, all safety equipment and procedures. Respond to and maintain order in emergency situations. Work closely with department key stakeholders to understand the complete production/maintenance objectives and deliverables including plant compliance. Communicate regularly on‑site with Department Superintendent and their teams on the status of maintenance/project implementation and coordinate activities within to minimize any disruption to operations. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensed in Electrical or Mechanical Trade or Technical School Graduate. Minimum three years’ experience in a previous maintenance supervisory role in a Food Industry (an asset). Knowledgeable in the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial food processing equipment. Must have computer skills for entering inventory records, Excel, Word, and Outlook. Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr