Factory Maintenance & Operations Manager

Nestle; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Pension plan

Hybrid work arrangements

Training and development

Job summary

Nestlé Canada in Toronto is seeking a Factory Maintenance & Operations Manager to lead maintenance activities across the plant, safeguard health, safety, and product quality, and drive equipment reliability and energy efficiency.

You will manage capital budgets, coordinate external contractors, develop maintenance standards, and mentor a team while aligning with Nestlé policies and CIAT/NEMT frameworks.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in engineering.
• Minimum 5–7 years experience in a technical field with maintenance responsibilities.
• Strong technical and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance activities to ensure health, safety, product safety and environmental standards.
• Develop, implement and coordinate capital budget to improve equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate utilities, energy management and plant services for uninterrupted operations.

Skills

Project management

Electrical control

Automation knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Financial analysis

Maintenance leadership

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Mechanical / electrical / chemical / process engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

CIAT

AMM

NEMT

Job description

Position Snapshot

Business areas: Nestle Canada

Job title: Factory Maintenance & Operations Manager

Location: Located at 72 Sterling Rd, Toronto, ON M6R 2B6

A day in the life of a Factory Maintenance & Operations Manager

Manage the Maintenance activities relating to the factory such that employee health and safety, product safety and the protection of the environment are never compromised and that all engineering activities enhance product quality, plant performance and the business objectives. The Maintenance Manger is a key member of the factory management team.

Management Responsibilities

• Provide input to the Management Team during the establishment of site policies, goals and objectives.
• Responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of the capital budget to improve and maintain equipment and facilities.
• Responsible for plant energy costs and efficiencies. Responsible for the research and implementation of projects and programs to continually reduce energy costs and improved utilization.
• Manage the Capital project process, including Capital requests, design and implementation, utilizing site, divisional and contract resources.
• Manage the development of short- and long-range Engineering and Maintenance goals for site expansion and site improvements while maintaining a low cost, highly efficient site.
• Manage Maintenance projects to meet project and site objectives.
• Manage, coordinate and monitor activities of the Maintenance personnel.
• Develop and maintain divisional and site Maintenance standards.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and discipline to department personnel as needed.
• Manage the Maintenance Progression Program.

Functional Responsibilities

• Inspects and advises on all areas of the plant for equipment design, evaluation and troubleshooting. Directs the installation of new equipment and/or modification/rearrangement of existing equipment for assigned projects. Responsible for the review and approval of equipment purchase orders, contract service orders and plant service agreements.
• Responsible for the coordination of the operations of electrical power service, compressed gases, water, sewer, HVAC, plant-wide lighting, buildings, grounds, and fire protection systems to provide uninterrupted service.
• Responsible for Explosive Atmospheres, Steam, Combustion, Pressure Systems, Electrical, and Automation for the facility.
• Responsible for all outside contractors to assure compliance with all company standards including sanitation, safety, quality, productivity and budgeting.
• Researches and utilizes the latest engineering maintenance technologies to enhance the plant’s operations.
• Provide technical support to Maintenance.
• Provide training and career development for Maintenance staff.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising the maintenance function of the plant facilities and equipment for specific daily maintenance in their respective areas.
• Coordinates staffing requirements within the departments and establishes standards of measurement for the Maintenance Departments performance and administers performance appraisals for all department team members.
• Sets the direction for maintenance training by providing leadership, support, and training necessary for the development of each team member as a valued and critical resource. Develops short and long-term goals and strategies of the Maintenance Departments.
• Knowledgeable in Machinery Safety Hazard Analysis, OSHA, requirements and assures that the site and equipment meets the requirements.
• Promptly address departmental issues and drive resolution.
• Maintain and enforce food safety, sanitation and quality standards per company NQMS procedures and local regulations
• Maintain and enforce safety, health and environmental policies and standards
• Knowledgeable in Nestle Best Practices, policies and procedures and assures compliance.

Role Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in engineering, preferably mechanical / electrical / chemical / process engineering.
• Minimum 5 - 7 years experience in a technical field, preferable in food manufacturing or consumer goods industry, including Maintenance responsibilities. Strong technical and managerial skills.
• Project Engineering/Management - Plant Design & Construction.
• Industrial Services and Energy Management (NEMT).
• Good understanding of electricity, control and automation.
• In-depth knowledge of food processing plant and technology.
• Maintenance technologies.
• Operation of utilities.
• Knowledge of food safety, regulatory requirements for food safety and hygienic engineering (OS&R).
• Analytical skills in problem solving.
• Communication and networking.
• Understanding of financial analysis and relevant business drivers.
• Nestlé Standard Costing.
• Asset and Maintenance Management (AMM).
• CAPEX budgeting and preparation (CIAT).
• Support Tools : MS Office, MS Project. , AutoCAD view or Visio. CDM, AMM, ESAT, CIAT, NEMT, NEST etc.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
• Company matched pension plan
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
• Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)
• Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

What you need to know

At Nestlé Canada, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above, aligned with our commitment to equitable pay practices. This position is an existing vacancy

Compensation Range

$125,000 - $135,000

Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.