Maintenance Supervisor

**ABOUT US**

RAM Iron & Metal Inc is a privately owned Canadian Company that has been actively involved in the recycling industry since 1983. We are dealers, processors, and brokers of all grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. As a buyer and recycler of metals, we are proud of the continuing contributions we make towards the protection of our environment which is achieved through our waste reduction efforts.

RAM Iron & Metal is ISO certified for 14001 and 9001, These structured systems ensure that we are able to consistently meet the expectations and requirements of our customers, suppliers, employees, governing legislations and communities.

Maintaining these credentials are key to our overall business as they reinforce our continual quality and safety mindset, while providing clarity on how best to avoid or resolve any challenges. Moreover, they drive our organization’s improvements, as well as our employee training and development.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

RAM Iron & Metal is looking for a competent and experienced **Supervisor, Service Maintenance **to join our Team. The Supervisor, Service Maintenance under the direction of the General Manager will be responsible to plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the maintenance department.

**JOIN US**

At RAM, it’s all about our people. RAM's growth is based on our purpose and a vision focused on excellence. Our measures of success.

 
- Environmental protections of reducing our carbon footprint through positive metal recycling
- A culture of Safety, for everyone
- Continuous improvement through our ISO initiatives and objectives under our quality management and environmental commitments
- Personal and professional growth of each employee
- Customer satisfaction

RAM Iron & Metal Inc offers great career opportunities with competitive compensation, including Benefits, Group RRSP matching, Profit Sharing, Safety Incentives and Personal Paid Days, Personal Protective Equipment Allowance, and other incentives to attract, retain and support our talent.

**OVERVIEW**

**RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITES**
- Lead and supervise maintenance staff, assigning tasks related to equipment maintenance, welding, and repairs on commercial vehicles.
- Schedule and prioritize maintenance activities for metal recycling equipment and vehicles based on operational requirements and safety considerations.
- Ensure the establishment, implementation, and enforcement of a maintenance program for all facilities including maintenance schedules for all equipment and trucks.
- Quality assurance of purchases and services completed.
- Management of contracts for purchases and services and negotiation of terms and pricing relative to purchases and services provided.
- Management of inventory control stored on site, and on software.
- Provide detailed reports outlining cost breakdown of labour, parts, products, vendor services, tools, equipment, and so forth.
- Monitor the performance of recycling equipment, conduct routine inspections, and address maintenance issues promptly to prevent disruptions in production.
- Coordinate with other departments to schedule maintenance downtime for equipment repairs, installations, or upgrades.
- Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance technicians, particularly in tasks such as welding, troubleshooting hydraulic systems, and repairing heavy machinery.
- Conduct safety meetings and training sessions to promote a culture of safety awareness among maintenance staff, emphasizing proper procedures for working with large-scale equipment.
- Assist the Maintenance Manager in developing and implementing maintenance procedures specific to metal recycling equipment and commercial vehicles.
- Maintain inventory of spare parts and materials necessary for equipment maintenance and repairs, ensuring availability to minimize downtime.
- Document maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment inspections, and safety reports, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Implement and enforce policies and procedures, including best practices for control of spills, housekeeping, hazards, lockout, personal protective equipment, and completion of work orders.
- Provide job coaching, training, and continual feedback to personnel.
- Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to develop and implement preventative maintenance programs tailored to the unique needs of metal recycling equipment and commercial vehicles.
- Other duties as required, not limited to responsibilities listed above.

**QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE**
- Five (5) to ten (10) years of prior practical experience.
- Qualified and/or certified Maintenance Mechanic 421A preferred and or 310T.
- Certified forklift driver is an asset.
- Prior Lock-Out training and or certification.
- Ozone Depletion Certificate is an asset.
- Knowledge of lifting equipment, working at heights/fall arrest, hot work, lock out/tag out are essential.
- Knowledge of mechanics and machine maintenance.
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