Maintenance Manager

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for establishing site level policies and implementing departmental and site strategies. The individual will implement and support continuous improvement and modern manufacturing principles through active management, mentoring, and accountability.

The Maintenance Manager is a knowledgeable Maintenance leader with at least 5 years of experience in a Maintenance management role applying proven Maintenance best practices in a fast-paced industrial environment. A technical diploma is required. The Manager is familiar with using a CMMS/EAM system. The Manager follows company policies, standards, and guidelines as they apply to all activities.

The Manager has strong leadership and communication skills, works well in a team environment, is responsible, and is open to change. The person is people-oriented and results-driven.

The Maintenance Manager promotes and maintains a safe working environment through compliance with Bradford’s Food Safety and GMP policies, Health and Safety Program, and Environmental Regulations.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role is encouraged to apply online by May 05. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manage, motivate, set priorities and expectations, and provide direct leadership to a team consisting of Supervisors, Planner, MRO, and Project Specialist.
• Actively contribute to the successful management of plant processes and employees by nurturing a positive work environment through excellent interpersonal skills, team building, and fostering two-way communication between departments, allowing production, quality, and safety targets to be met.
• Ensure training of all company and site Food Safety and Health & Safety policies and procedures to all maintenance employees.
• Ensure adequate training is provided for employees on new equipment for all departments, including theoretical, hands-on, and on-the-job training as required.
• Help develop budgets followed by adherence. Identify savings opportunities and optimize the value we receive for all maintenance spend.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors driving both cost and service improvements.
• Ensure maintenance work planning and scheduling processes are sufficient and ensure proper staffing levels with maximum efficiency.
• Participate in the weekly planning and scheduling meetings.
• Accountable for post PM and completed Work Order quality reviews.
• Manage the maintenance work execution process. Establish and maintain escalation criteria for late work.
• Work with stakeholders and Project Specialist to identify and launch CapEx projects. Provide guidance to ensure that all new assets are accompanied by the appropriate maintenance strategy.
• Be a leader in utilities management, along with the proposal of environmental and energy conservation projects.
• Responsible for the failure management reporting, reviewing, and resolution process.
• Develop, document, and apply a development and succession plan for Maintenance roles including a mentor/apprentice program.
• Contribute as a supportive key member of the Plant Management team in strategic decisions and continuous improvement in all areas of operation.
• Actively promote the collection of knowledge on the equipment health, performance, and best practices within the Maintenance department and with other internal and external groups.
• Accountable for tracked departmental KPIs.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.