Maintenance Manager, WDP

Vitalus Nutrition, Inc.; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a high-performing team in a state-of-the-art milk processing facility. This role involves fostering a culture of excellence while ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant equipment. You will be a hands-on leader, responsible for developing maintenance programs and optimizing equipment performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in maintenance leadership, with the ability to inspire and develop a skilled team. Join this dynamic environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on operations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in food or fluid processing.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration and boiler maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team to ensure optimal equipment performance and safety.
• Develop a preventive maintenance program to maximize uptime.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Team Development

Maintenance Management

Safety Compliance

Education

Millwright Certification

4th Class Power Engineer Certification

Tools

PLC Ladder Logic

Job description

Build a High Performing Team in a State-of-the-Art Milk Processing Facility

At WDP, a subsidiary of Vitalus Nutrition Inc., our success is built on a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. As our Maintenance Manager, you will be more than just a technical expert - you will be a hands-on leader, fostering a high-performance team that ensures the reliability and efficiency of our plant equipment and facilities. Your leadership will shape a proactive, safety-first maintenance culture where people feel empowered, valued, and engaged.

Is This You?

• Engaging Leader with a demonstrated ability to inspire, coach, and develop a skilled team while fostering a culture of accountability and respect.
• Technical Expert with 5 years experience building and managing maintenance programs in an automated food or fluid processing facility.
• Collaborative problem-solver who loves working with diverse teams to balance day-to-day operations with long-term process improvements.

What You'll Do:

• Create a Culture of Excellence
• Lead and mentor a diverse team of maintenance professionals, ensuring they have the tools, training, and support needed to excel.
• Build strong relationships across departments to foster a collaborative, solutions-driven approach to maintenance.
• Ensure a safe, respectful, and engaging work environment where employees feel valued and empowered.
• Optimize Equipment Performance
• Develop and execute a best-in-class preventive maintenance program to maximize uptime, efficiency, and equipment reliability.
• Oversee maintenance operations, swiftly addressing chronic issues and allocating resources strategically.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance
• Enforce safety standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a safe work environment.

What You'll Bring:

• Minimum of 5 years maintenance leadership experience.
• Millwright certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance of refrigeration and boilers, including PLC ladder logic; 4th Class Power Engineer certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, GMP, HACCP, and relevant regulations.
• Flexibility to respond to urgent maintenance needs outside of regular hours.

At Western Dairy Processing, we don't just maintain equipment - we build a culture of trust, expertise, and excellence. If you are a proactive, solutions-driven leader looking to take ownership of maintenance in a dynamic production environment, apply today and help us keep operations running at their best!