Hot Mill Electrical Supervisor

Gabriella & Co; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Sault Ste. Marie is looking for an Electrical Patrol Supervisor. This role involves managing a team, troubleshooting complex electrical systems, and ensuring operational reliability. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in electrical maintenance, preferably in steel manufacturing. The company offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience.
• Steel manufacturing experience preferred.
• Candidates from heavy automation-driven production facilities considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of electricians and technicians.
• Act as the first responder to electrical and automation breakdowns.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot control systems for optimization.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

VFDs

High-voltage systems

Electrical schematics

Education

442A Electrical Trade License

Electrical Engineering diploma

Automation Technology degree

Tools

SAP maintenance management systems

Job description

Overview

About Client: Our client is a global leader in the manufacturing and supply of steel tubes and related services for the energy, automotive, and industrial sectors. At their Sault Ste. Marie facility, they operate advanced production lines, including their Hot Rolling Mill (HRM), where safety, innovation, and performance are at the forefront. With over 37,000 employees worldwide and operations across more than 30 countries, they offer opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology, develop your leadership skills, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, technically strong leader to join their HRM maintenance team as an Electrical Patrol Supervisor. In this role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing a small team of electricians and technicians, providing hands-on troubleshooting for complex electrical and automation systems, and ensuring equipment uptime and operational reliability in one of their most critical production areas. This position is essential to supporting continuous production operations, optimizing maintenance practices, and enabling long-term improvements across the HRM division.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Supervise: Manage a small team of electricians, technicians, and apprentices working within the HRM
• Hands-On Troubleshooting: Act as the first responder to electrical and automation breakdowns, ensuring minimal production downtime
• Preventive Maintenance Oversight: Plan, coordinate, and execute short- and mid-term preventive maintenance activities and strategies
• PLC & Automation Expertise: Troubleshoot and optimize control systems, with a focus on Allen Bradley PLCs (Siemens and Mitsubishi acceptable)
• Electrical System Management: Diagnose issues involving VFDs, high-voltage drives, sensors, controls, and industrial safety systems
• Documentation & Reporting: Use SAP to manage work orders, report maintenance activities, and track KPIs
• Collaboration: Partner closely with production, engineering, and leadership teams to resolve complex operational challenges
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization, equipment upgrades, and efficiency improvements within the HRM division
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with stringent safety and quality standards, promoting a safety-first culture across the team

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
• Steel manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Candidates from similar industries — pulp & paper, mining, oil & gas, or heavy automation-driven production facilities — will be considered

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen Bradley preferred)
• Familiarity with automation technologies, industrial controls, high-voltage systems, and electrical schematics
• Hands-on experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and safety instrumentation systems
• Ability to interpret and troubleshoot electrical diagrams, logic ladders, and control system layouts
• Experience working with SAP maintenance management systems and other technical reporting tools

Education & Certifications

• 442A Electrical Trade License highly preferred
• Candidates with Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology diplomas / degrees will be considered if they bring strong hands-on troubleshooting experience

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Prior supervisory experience is preferred but not required — they actively develop technicians into leadership roles
• Ability to lead by example, coach team members, and foster a collaborative team culture
• A “boots on the ground” leadership style is strongly valued — you’ll be directly involved in troubleshooting and problem-solving alongside your team

Shift Rotation (HRM)

The HRM follows a structured 12-hour rotational schedule with a combination of day and night shifts and two full weekends off per month.

Shifts

• Days: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Nights: 7:00 pm – 7:00 am

Training Period (First 1–2 Months)

• Standard Monday–Friday day shifts only for onboarding, shadowing, and familiarization with HRM systems and processes.

Post-Training Rotation

• Week 1: Mon & Tue (Days) → Wed & Thu (Nights) → Off Fri–Mon
• Week 2: Tue & Wed (Days) → Thu–Sat (Nights) → Off Sun–Mon

This schedule ensures balanced coverage while providing predictable downtime for recovery and work-life balance.

Team Environment

• Reports directly to the HRM Maintenance Manager
• Embedded within 39–40 maintenance supervisors across eight functional areas
• The HRM team operates in a collaborative, fast-paced, and highly technical environment
• Two-thirds of their supervisors have less than 5 years’ tenure, creating an ideal environment for mentorship and growth
• Opportunities to work closely with senior specialists, participate in cross-functional initiatives, and contribute to strategic automation upgrades