Maintenance Manager

Decibel Cannabis Company; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis company is seeking a maintenance engineer to ensure equipment and systems operate efficiently. This role involves developing maintenance strategies and collaborating with site maintenance teams to enhance reliability. The ideal candidate will bring over 3 years of experience and a strong engineering background.

Benefits

Group health and dental benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years maintenance experience in manufacturing (cannabis preferred).
• Experience leading Root Cause Analysis investigations.
• Certification in process improvement tools like Lean Six Sigma considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design maintenance procedures for industrial equipment.
• Respond to major equipment breakdowns and arrange repairs.
• Monitor maintenance costs and parts inventories.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in engineering

Job description

Key Relationships : Facilities, Operations, External Vendors, Corporate,

Role Purpose / Summary :

The maintenance engineer is responsible for ensuring equipment, systems and infrastructure runs efficiently and reliably. The maintenance engineer will work with the site maintenance teams and third-party equipment manufacturers to :

• Design maintenance procedures and strategies for industrial equipment and building utilities
• Identify faults and OEE issues
• Respond to major equipment breakdowns, determining the root cause and arranging for repairs or replacements
• Monitoring maintenance costs and parts inventories

About us :

Decibel is a consumer-focused cannabis company focused on delivering products that delight customers through a commitment to robust innovation and product quality. Leading brands General Admission, Qwest and Vox are among its portfolio sold both across Canada and beginning to extend towards new countries to create a global footprint. Decibel operates a processing and manufacturing facility in Calgary, Alberta and three cultivation facilities in Creston, British Columbia, Battleford, Saskatchewan and Chatham Ontario.

Our culture :

A collaborative work environment that is supportive and encouraging. We don’t believe in the dated culture of a dog-eat-dog workplace – we’re all in this together and we fundamentally believe that success and learning are team accomplishments. We celebrate the collective and believe every role on the team is pivotal – regardless of years of experience.

Our current team is close knit. Anyone who joins the team will be a compliment to the positive, determined energy that flows through dB. You can expect to learn a lot quickly, from passionate and experienced individuals who are committed to supporting your growth.

We live by our “Actions to Live By” We Grind (persistence and resourcefulness), We Craft (taking care in every detail) and We Care (inclusive and passionate about our business).

Key responsibilities :

• Create equipment specific maintenance procedures and plans
• Collaborate with technicians and operators to gather accurate data for reporting purposes
• Generating reports and analyzing data on equipment and utilities performance
• Investigating machine failures or unexpected maintenance problems
• Determine spare parts requirements and monitor spare part inventories
• Training staff on equipment operating and maintenance procedures
• Arranging for equipment repairs, upgrades and replacements including : Procuring replacement parts, Coordinating vendors and contractors, Communicating with production staff and leadership, Supervising install, Commissioning
• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies
• Stay informed about industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Conduct other duties as required

What we can offer you :

• Group health and dental benefits through Group Source
• Huge opportunities for career progression as our organization continues to grow
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• A leadership team dedicated to every employee' s development and success

Qualifications :

• 3+ years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (cannabis, pharmaceutical, food & beverage preferred) working with automation
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. mechanical, chemical, industrial, mechatronics)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate work in a cross-functional team
• Experience leading Root Cause Analysis investigations
• Certification in formal process improvement tools and methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma considered an asset
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong documentation and organization skills
• Team oriented focus and coaching management style an asset
• Proactive and creative problem solving
• Organized with a high attention to detail
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, demands and timelines
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills.

Closing remarks :

We'll be evaluating the ideal candidate against these three things :

1) If they're a team player with a can-do attitude.

2) If they've demonstrated the ability to grow and develop their skillset.

3) If they are inspired to innovate and continuously improve the way they do their work.

A lot of the above skills can be taught but bottom line is, we’re most interested in those who have the right attitude.

Not sure if you’re the right fit but still curious? Reach out, we’d love to chat!

Equal opportunity employer :

Decibel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Decibel does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and business need.

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Maintenance Manager • sherbrooke, qc, Canada