Maintenance Supervisor

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations in innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to:

Sr Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Ensure the maintenance of equipment and tools in a clean, secure, and appropriate working condition.
• Maintain company-required performance and maintenance records (KPI’s) for identified equipment by recording actions taken.
• Direct and lead maintenance staff in everyday scheduling, preventative maintenance, repair of all production equipment and troubleshooting to resolve equipment related issues
• Assist and train other maintenance and/or other technical level employees. Will assist in planning and facilitating new and existing associate training.
• Promote and maintain clean, organize, and safe work environment through 5s activities and be responsible for proper material storage and waste disposal.
• Oversee operations of Utilities (steam boilers, compressed air, RO water, refrigeration/cooling systems), ensuring adequate supply and quality of utilities to the Operations team.
• Maintain equipment and parts inventory using available resources to continuously minimize downtime and improve OEE.
• Schedule and supervise major equipment repairs, overhauls, and rebuilding to ensure that it is fully operational and safe to operate and within schedule requirements
• Liaise with government agencies/regulatory bodies as required to ensure site certifications and regulatory issues are adhered to (TSSA, ESA, MOL)
• Support site Engineering efforts by soliciting bids from vendors and contractors for small projects and oversee contractors work on site.
• Provide technical expertise to our operations team surrounding equipment operation, troubleshooting and optimization.
• Knowledge and understanding of reliability centered maintenance practice. Knowledge and understanding of sound engineering practices and principles.
• Be responsible for maintenance budget and spending.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile

• A licensed trade ticket or post-secondary trades or engineering diploma is required
• 5-7 years of relevant work experience is required
• 2+ years of experience in a food manufacturing environment conducting maintenance duties is required
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills with strong PLC/controls knowledge
• Certification as an Industrial Electrician is an asset
• Previous working knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/diagnose pneumatics, motors, conveyors, shaft alignment, pulleys, belts, and bearings
• Familiarity with food plant equipment maintenance, mobile equipment, industrial blenders, filling equipment and conveyor belt systems
• Working knowledge of quality system requirements in place in the food industry (HACCP, GMP, BRC)
• Demonstrated decision making skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality of support and service
• Good interpersonal skills and communication skills to interact with all levels of management
• Excellent leadership, team building, and management skills to effectively mentor and lead staff
• Capable of working under different levels of stress and responsibilities while meeting deadlines or reacting to sudden changes in priorities
• Shift work, extended hours and flexible hours will be intermittent at the beginning of the role during the plant start up
• Available and accessible during off hours and weekends for emergency support and backup
• NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit

Why Join Us

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