Maintenance and Reliability Leader

Novelis; Kingston; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aluminum industry is seeking an Associate EMRA Leader to drive reliability improvements in maintenance. This role requires a strong leader with a mechanical engineering background and extensive experience in maintenance and reliability. The successful candidate will promote safety, lead a diverse team, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in maintenance and reliability in heavy industrial settings.
• Previous leadership experience in a unionized environment preferred.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations to understand root causes and support corrective actions.
• Develop annual department plans and track critical metrics.
• Coordinate internal and external resources including contractors and vendors.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Office

Kronos

SAP

Job description

The Associate EMRA Leader – Asset Effectiveness leads reliability focused improvements in the maintenance department, including routine management and continuous improvement of processes to optimize team performance. Possessing education and experience in either engineering or trades, this position will use strong communication to lead a diverse group of trades workers. They will guide and support project work and make decisions within a dynamic and demanding environment.

This leadership position is accountable for the Maintenance and Reliability Department, which is comprised of the following teams : Electrical Trades, Mechanical Trades, Stores, Reliability and Planning and Scheduling.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Promote EHS policies, ensure compliance in day-to-day activities.
• Review procedures and practices to ensure design and maintenance program work adheres to all policies and has safety as a priority and focus.
• Lead investigations, as appropriate, to understand root causes. Support follow-through of corrective actions
• Direct root cause analysis reviews to reduce equipment risk and prevent re-occurrence of repeating issues.
• Engage team to drive a continuous improvement mentality, by championing World Class Manufacturing initiatives
• Continuously evaluate the existing processes, equipment performance to find opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and initiate annual department plans by drafting and submitting budget proposals and providing insightful recommendations for short and long-term priorities consistent with the business plan.
• Track critical metrics for the department and lead improvement projects to bridge the gap between actual and target results.
• Develops plan to efficiently lead preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, and general work orders and corporate reliability initiatives for the Kingston facility.
• Liaise with team members to prioritize activities required to optimize equipment utilization and efficiency.
• Support and advocate for storeroom management and develop processes including spare parts' review, obsolescence replacement, and improvements to inventory management.
• Develop the capabilities of all maintenance employees through effective training and provide for opportunities to increase potential.
• Work with local union representatives in conflict resolution and routine improvements.
• Bridge planning / scheduling efforts with critical resources such as staffing and materials required.
• Coordinate and lead internal and external resources including Novelis employees, contractors, and vendors.

How will the employee work to achieve success?

• Consistently researching and engaging with others in order to find ways to improve reliability and maintenance functions.

Building Trust

• Leading and guiding a team of highly skilled tradespeople through open communication and facilitation.

Saying Anything

• Advocating, planning improvements and challenging existing ways of doing things in the interest of optimization.
• Leading by example as an open, excellence driven leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or equivalent education and training in a registered trade
• Minimum 7 years of experience in maintenance and reliability, specifically in a heavy industrial setting preferred
• Previous leadership experience in a unionized environment preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge in preventive and predictive techniques
• Demonstrated experience working with a multidisciplinary team of trades workers.
• Strong communication skills to influence, coach and develop a diverse work group
• Strong computer skills to create, analyze, and interpret data from reports.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification considered an asset.
• Knowledgeable in MS Office, Kronos, SAP and databases an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes and problem-solving with an emphasis on communication and team work
• The ability to make decisions in a timely manner in a constantly changing environment

Novelis recognizes its dedicated and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training, are without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex / pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and record of offences.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. Please notify the Human Resources Department at 613-541-7104if you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process.

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Location Profile

Novelis – Kingston Works is situated on the traditional homeland of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, and Huron-Wendat peoples. We thank them for their ongoing stewardship of this land where we are fortunate to work.

We are located on the eastern end of Lake Ontario, an area famous for its historical significance and breathtaking 1000 islands views. Kingston is midway between Toronto and Montreal and home to three world class higher learning institutions and many historic sites. Here, 300 employees cold roll, finish, and anneal aluminum used in automotive and specialty products for a wide array of customers in North America. Local residents and visitors enjoy Kingston’s Downtown District, which is the gathering place for various events including the Kingston Buskers Rendezvous and the 1000 Islands Poker Run. Our employees give back to the community through United Way and the Loaned Representative Program. The site also provides grants to community organizations promoting safety recycling and STEM education through the company’s Novelis Neighbor program.

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