Maintenance Supervisor

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Reporting to the Maintenance General Supervisor the Maintenance Supervisor supervises and coaches the Maintenance team to ensure safe efficient execution of the maintenance work and optimal operational effectiveness in line with corporate and site objectives.

The Maintenance Supervisor is an experienced Maintenance leader with at least 3 years of experience in a Maintenance supervisory or leadership role applying proven Maintenance best practices in a fast pace industrial environment. A technical diploma/ticket is required.

The Supervisor is familiar with using a CMMS/EAM system and with applying Standard Operating Procedures in his/her work. The Supervisor follows company policies standards and guidelines as they apply to all activities.

The Supervisor has strong leadership and communication skills works well in a team environment is responsible and is open to change. The person is results oriented and quality driven.

The Maintenance Supervisor promotes and maintains a safe working environment through compliance with CPs Health and Safety Program. This includes Food Safety and Environmental compliance.

Any Canada Packers team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 15 2026. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

• Provide inputs into PM reviews and PM development activities.

• Responsible for assigned activities related to the sites asset performance improvement objectives and guidelines.

• Oversee the internal equipment rebuilds and review external rebuilds.

• Provide input to the work prioritization process and manage emergency and break-in work.

• Provide inputs at the daily work request review meeting.

• Provide inputs into the maintenance job plans.

• Provide inputs to the work job scope.

• Provide inputs into changes that affect the assets BOM and work with stores to optimize part/material levels.

• Own the weekly schedule once it is published and adjust to accommodate emergency and break-in work.

• Provide technical assistance as required for maintenance personnel in executing the work.

• Work is assigned to work crews based on their competency rather than on their availability.

• Requirement for corrective work are communicated to Planning in a formal timely fashion (work order).

• Conduct quarterly audits of the Trades people against the skills matrix and remedial action identified and applied to resolve shortfalls.

• Lead the shift handover meeting.

• Review job delay codes and times to identify opportunities to improve workforce performance.

• Ensure that WO are updated in accordance with defined standards.

• Monitor WO completion at least 3 times per shift and provide coaching/support as needed. Provide regular feedback to Production as to progress of work being executed.

• Refer to visual boards in the workshop listing daily work scope and weekly KPIs.

• Review completed WOs to ensure that the Trades people record actual time worked on the WO. Compare to time planned and addressed significant variances.

• Conduct a pre-check of tools equipment kitted and staged parts and materials on all planned and scheduled jobs.

• Ensure that parts and machine assemblies removed from service are promptly sent for repair/rebuild if required.

• Ensure constant use of housekeeping practices satisfying all safety requirements to clean up the work site as part of every job. Workplace safety assessments are used regularly.

• Schedule overtime or contract work as needed and manage contractors while respecting budgetary limits.

• Verify/ensure accuracy and completeness of WO documentation before sending to Planner and list issues to address.

• Provide technical assistance in analyzing planned and completed WO to improve current and future job plans.

• From completed WOs identify and address knowledge gaps.

• Responsible for the application of the sites documented RCFA process and results for major sporadic and chronic.

• Yearly review of Trades in accordance with the skills evaluation matrix. Develop a training plan to resolve gaps.

• Responsible for applying defined roles and responsibilities for Trades.

• Responsible for the Maintenance Supervisor cross shift hand-over process.

• Cooperatively create equipment handover and release schedules with Operations including pre and post job communication.

• Oversee the return of spares to the warehouse.

• Participate in the Maintenance departments continuous improvement and knowledge collection efforts.

• Manage the mentor/apprentice program for specific Trades roles.

• Collect and track Maintenance execution KPIs.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• University education in Engineering or related College Diploma with solid electrical and mechanical aptitude. Will consider skilled Trades with Supervisory/Management background.

• Minimum 3-5 years supervision experience in a fast paced unionized environment required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong equipment overhaul machining pneumatics hydraulics piping knowledge required.

• Medium to Heavy equipment automated packaging refrigeration steam equipment overhaul experience a must.

• Excellent troubleshooting adjusting or repair new or existing equipment.

• Familiar with electrical health & safety CFIA/USDA statutory regulations.

• Knowledge of MS Office required AutoCAD MS Project a plus.

• Initiative sense of urgency Can-Do Attitude a must.

• Strong knowledge of labor relations issues. Good oral and written communication.

• Excellent planning analytical and organizational skills.
  
  Candidates applying will be able to work a weekly rotating shift - AM/PM Weekdays (6:00am - 2:30pm/2:15pm - 10:45pm)

• Values based culture.

• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.

• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

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