Electrical Supervisor Welded Line

Gabriella & Co; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel manufacturing company in Sault Ste. Marie is looking for an Electrical Patrol Supervisor to oversee a small team in heavy industrial maintenance. The ideal candidate will have strong PLC troubleshooting skills, with experience in steel manufacturing preferred. This full-time role offers a chance to lead a collaborative team while managing electrical issues in a cutting-edge facility.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in heavy industrial manufacturing or maintenance.
• Steel manufacturing experience preferred.
• Hands-on troubleshooting capabilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of electricians.
• Troubleshoot electrical and automation breakdowns.
• Implement preventive maintenance plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

PLC / HMI troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Hands-on knowledge of VFDs

SAP maintenance systems

Education

442A Electrical Trade License

Electrical Engineering or Automation degrees

Job description

Overview

Electrical Patrol Supervisor – Welded Line (ERW)

Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Department: Maintenance – Welded Line (ERW)

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reports To: ERW Maintenance Manager

Shift: 12-hour rotational shifts

Start Date: ASAP

About Client

Our client is a global leader in the manufacturing and supply of steel tubes and related services for the energy, industrial, and automotive sectors. At their Sault Ste. Marie facility, they specialize in heavy industrial steel manufacturing with cutting-edge technology, diverse teams, and a collaborative work environment.

This role is part of their growing maintenance team, responsible for ensuring operational excellence and reliability as they ramp up production on their welded line (ERW).

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, technically strong leader to join their ERW maintenance team. The Electrical Patrol Supervisor plays a critical role in troubleshooting automation and electrical issues, leading a small team of electricians and technicians, and ensuring equipment reliability during production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a small team of electricians, technicians, and apprentices
• Act as the first point of contact for electrical and automation breakdowns on the ERW line
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting to restore equipment functionality quickly
• Implement and monitor short- and mid-term preventive maintenance plans
• Interpret and work with electrical schematics, PLC logic diagrams, and automation systems
• Ensure strict compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and production goals
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments including production, engineering, and maintenance

Leadership

• Manage and track maintenance activities using SAP and other internal systems
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a collaborative, growth-focused culture

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in heavy industrial manufacturing or maintenance
• Steel manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Candidates from related industries (oil & gas, pulp & paper, mining, industrial automation) will also be considered

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with PLC / HMI troubleshooting (Allen Bradley preferred, Siemens and Mitsubishi acceptable)
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical schematics, automation diagrams, and equipment drawings
• Hands-on knowledge of VFDs, sensors, high-frequency heating equipment, safety systems, and industrial controls
• Familiarity with SAP maintenance systems and other technical reporting tools

Education / Certifications

• 442A Electrical Trade License highly preferred
• Candidates with Electrical Engineering or Automation degrees accepted if they demonstrate strong hands-on troubleshooting capabilities

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Supervisory experience preferred but not required; they are open to developing technically strong electricians into leadership roles
• Ability to lead a small team by example — boots on the ground approach rather than desk-only management
• Collaborative, adaptable, and eager to learn within a diverse, global company

Shift Rotation (ERW)

• Training Period (First 1–2 Months): Day shifts only (Mon–Fri) for onboarding and shadowing.
• Post-Training Rotational Cycle: Week 1 — Mon & Tue (Days) → Wed & Thu (Nights) → Off Fri–Mon
• Week 2 — Tue & Wed (Days) → Thu–Sat (Nights) → Off Sun–Mon
• Shifts are 12 hours: 7:00 am–7:00 pm and 7:00 pm–7:00 am

Team Environment

• This role reports directly to the ERW Maintenance Manager
• You’ll be joining a highly collaborative ERW maintenance team consisting of:
• 1 Maintenance Specialist
• 1 Global Trainee (entry-level, future leader)
• 3 Daytime Preventive Maintenance Supervisors
• 1 Existing Electrical Patrol Supervisor
• 1 Apprentice Technician
• This new hire = Team of 8 total
• They promote knowledge-sharing and mentorship, with a blend of senior experts (20+ years) and junior supervisors