Maintenance Supervisor

About Us As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more. In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada. At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for people who share our commitment to excellence. Position Summary: The Maintenance Supervisor is an essential leader at the Moncton facility, accountable for overseeing all aspects of asset and equipment reliability, maintaining utility services, and ensuring building infrastructure performance. This role delivers both strategic and tactical value—partnering with the Plant Manager and Management Team to drive world-class maintenance practices that support productivity, safety, compliance, sustainability, and organizational growth. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Asset Management: (10%) Develop and champion a holistic asset management strategy, aligned to organizational objectives and the plant’s long-term success. Implement and continuously improve the plant’s Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Program, including asset acquisition, maintenance, and replacement strategies. Maintenance Operations: (25%) Oversee all maintenance activities, including preventive, predictive, prescriptive, and corrective maintenance for production equipment and utility services. Implement, optimize, and manage the computerized maintenance management system (Maximo), ensuring accurate asset tracking, work order management, and performance analytics. Minimize equipment downtime and maximize production throughput by rigorous planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance tasks. Continuous Improvement & Project Leadership: (10%) Lead initiatives to drive productivity, cost reduction, and process improvement, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and reliability engineering principles. Provide expertise and leadership in the initiation, development, and installation of capital investments and technical upgrades. Safety, Regulatory, & Compliance: (10%) Champion associate safety by ensuring strict compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), food safety standards, and the facility’s Lockout/Tagout/Tryout (LOTO-TO) protocols. Conduct frequent safety audits, risk assessments, and enforce corrective actions as needed. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations (CFIA, GMP, HACCP). Financial Management: (10%) Create, oversee, and optimize the maintenance budget, including capital planning and GL-level cost control. Identify cost-saving opportunities through effective asset management, vendor negotiations, and process optimization. Inventory Management: (5%) Develop and oversee robust inventory control systems, ensuring sufficient spare parts availability while balancing cost and carrying levels. Team Leadership & Capability Building: (20%) Lead, develop, and engage a diverse team of 15 associates, including 13 unionized and 2 salaried staff. Build a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and ownership by delivering impactful onboarding, ongoing technical skills development, and performance management. Provide coaching, mentorship, and accountability to drive high standards and results. Operational Excellence & Reporting: (5%) Establish and monitor critical Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for asset performance, reliability, safety, and budget utilization. Regularly report findings, recommendations, and insights to senior management, supporting data-driven decision making. Stakeholder Collaboration: (5%) Effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, regulators, and cross-functional teams—driving alignment and delivering results. Experience & Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred) Minimum 8–10 years in maintenance, asset management, or reliability roles within fast-paced manufacturing; food industry experience and proven leadership performance required. Advanced troubleshooting of production equipment and utilities, including PLCs; expertise in CMMS/Maximo; strong understanding of reliability engineering, asset life cycle management, and maintenance best practices. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), CMRP, MMP or CAMA preferred Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Excel, Outlook; competency in reporting and analytics GMP, HACCP, CFIA, and safety standards Position Competencies: Strategic Thinking & Planning for long-term asset and team development. Financial Acumen and budgeting. Leadership – ability to build, motivate, and develop high-performing teams in unionized settings. Project Management with a bias toward action and results. Continuous Improvement and innovation within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Communication – outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills across all levels. Risk Management, decision-making, adaptability, and unwavering attention to detail. Available for flexible hours and emergency responses to ensure all maintenance and troubleshooting requirements are met. Maintains composure and clear focus under pressure, prioritizing safety and performance. Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally. Innovation: Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions. The Bimbo Way: We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way. We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work by This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates. If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day, apply today Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.