Maintenance Manager

Darling Ingredients; Mapleton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Health and Dental BenefitPlan

Participation in Annual Incentive Plan

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Educational Assistance and Scholarship

Job summary

Darling International Canada Inc. in Moorefield, Ontario, seeks a full-time Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team and ensure safe, reliable operation of plant equipment.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs, oversee capital projects, and contribute to safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires 3–5 years leadership, a trade certification (Millwright or Electrician), strong OHSA knowledge, and hands-on experience with

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of maintenance leadership in manufacturing or food processing.
• Trade certification required; engineering degree is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of OHSA, environmental regs, CMMS, and maintenance best practices.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience managing budgets and capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the maintenance team, ensuring safety and accountability.
• Develop weekly/monthly maintenance schedules and manage CMMS.
• Oversee preventive/predictive maintenance, backlogs, and spares.
• Manage annual maintenance budget and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with OHSA, CFIA, HACCP, GMP, and environmental standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching & Development

Budgeting

OHSA knowledge

CMMS

Root-cause analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Trade certification (Millwright/Electrician)

Engineering degree or related technology diploma (asset)

Tools

CMMS (Maintenance Connect)

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Manager for our Moorefield, Ontario facility. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant equipment and infrastructure. The Maintenance Manager will lead the maintenance team, oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and ensure adherence to all regulatory, environmental, and quality compliance requirements. As an active member of the Plant Operations Committee, you will contribute to plant strategy, capital planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development:

• Provide daily leadership, coaching, and direction to the maintenance team.
• Foster a positive, safety-focused, and collaborative work culture that promotes accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage team performance by conducting regular reviews, providing feedback, and partnering with Human Resources on training, succession planning, and employee relations.
• Ensure effective departmental communication through daily meetings and shift handovers.

Maintenance Operations

• Develop and execute weekly and monthly maintenance schedules to optimize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and control costs.
• Manage the preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including work order backlog and performance tracking, using the site's CMMS (e.g., Maintenance Connect).
• Lead root-cause analysis on equipment failures to implement long-term corrective solutions.
• Manage the spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are available.

Budgeting & Capital Projects

• Develop and manage the annual maintenance operating budget.
• Prepare capital expenditure proposals and lead the execution of approved projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Oversee all contractor work to ensure compliance with site policies and safety requirements.

Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring all maintenance work complies with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and other relevant regulations (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, machine guarding, confined space).
• Ensure maintenance activities support the facility's compliance with CFIA, HACCP, GMP, and environmental standards.
• Lead safety-related work orders, participate in incident investigations, and support the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC).
• Additional related tasks as required.

Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing, food processing, or similar industrial environment.
• A relevant trade certification (e.g., Millwright, Electrician) is required. A university degree in Engineering or a college diploma in a related technology discipline is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations (OHSA), environmental regulations, CMMS, and maintenance best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold a team accountable.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with a CMMS program is an asset.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and oversee capital projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in root-cause analysis.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and lead through change in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with AODA, ESA, and OHSA standards.
• Must be able to walk through plant areas multiple times daily, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to work in various plant conditions, which may include hot, cold, noisy, odorous or wet environments.

We Offer

• Pay range: CA $110,000 - $130,000 annually. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range with final offers determined by the candidate's specific blend of experience, qualifications, and skillset. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations.
• Life Insurance, Disability, and Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Health and Dental Benefit Plan Eligible Day 1
• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan Eligible Day 1
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs

About Us

We’re one of the world’s leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.

About The Team

Darling International Canada Inc. is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where our facilities are located. We actively seek qualified individuals with the skills and knowledge to support an inclusive manufacturing environment. Darling is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with provincial accessibility legislation. The Human Resources Department will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in an alternate format upon request. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job posting reflects a current vacancy within our organization.

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified recruiters, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.