Maintenance Planner (Supervisor)

Saputo, Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Group insurance benefits

Group retirement pension plan with em­

Stock purchase option

Health and wellness program

Saputo product discounts

Job summary

Saputo, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Planner for our Saskatoon operation. The role focuses on building executable work plans, securing materials, tools, and permits, and ensuring accurate CMMS data while prioritizing safety and food safety in every plan.

You will develop work packages, coordinate with purchasing, and lead cross-functional planning meetings to optimize asset reliability and minimize downtime in a leading Canadian dairy facility.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrical or Millwright Trade qualification or a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• 3+ years of related food industry experience within maintenance role.
• Lean Six Sigma training is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and estimate work orders, including procedures, materials, labor, time estimates, and safety/environmental requirements.
• Develop and update job plans and equipment data with CMMS accuracy; ensure safety and food safety integration.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to order materials and liaise with other departments for equipment availability.
• Lead weekly planning meetings and ensure contractor compliance; manage backlog for maintenance scheduler.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

MS Office

Safety awareness

Education

Journeyman Electrical or Millwright Trade qualification or engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk

CMMS (FIIX/MP2/SAP)

Job description

Overview of the Role

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? Overview of the Role The role of the Maintenance Planner is critical to the ongoing success of the Maintenance and Reliability effort. The Planner is responsible for identifying the elements of an executable work plan that should contain (but not limited to), the work plan, the necessary materials, tools, and permits, and labor requirements prior to passing the work on to scheduling. The Planner will also update and adjust existing job plans and equipment data. They are expected to incorporate safety and food safety into all work plans and help ensure that work is performed safely, efficiently, and help ensure that the work management process is managed efficiently. The Planner is also expected to ensure that the work management portions of the CMMS are updated and accurate. Salary: * 88,140.00 - 110,175.00

How you will make contributions that matter

How you will make contributions that matter: Drive asset reliability strategy that enhances equipment availability and minimizes equipment downtime Review, organize, and prioritize work based on asset failure modes for planning. Determine work priorities using a Risk Assessment Matrix or equivalent decision-making tool. Develop work packages to provide all required information/criteria to drive precision maintenance. Facilitate root cause analysis sessions for repeat failures of critical equipment. Determine if Engineering Change is required and initiate Management of Change (MOC) Process for process or equipment upgrade. Determine if job plans are available. Plan and estimate work orders including (but not limited to): Procedures & Instructions, Crafts and Labor ID, Time Estimate & Milestones, Drawings & Manuals, Material Estimation, Special Tools & Services, Safety & Environmental, Validation & Completion Requirements, Permits. Coordinate with Purchasing to order and reserve materials. Liaise with other departments to ensure equipment availability for planned work. Determine if the job is ready to schedule. Change work order status appropriately based on the work management process. Conduct PM integrity and optimization to align with equipment strategies. Maintain equipment Bill of Material. Monitor workflow compliance and related KPIs. Manage a ready backlog for maintenance scheduler. Develop and lead cross functional weekly planning meetings. Managed planned work for all third parties’ activities. Ensure contractor compliance through ISN. Understanding and adhering to all safety & food safety rules and regulations Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications: Journeyman Electrical or Millwright Trade qualification or a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering. 3+ years of related food industry experience within maintenance role Lean Six Sigma training is considered an asset. Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification is an asset Experience with safe work practices, such as Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), confined spaces, job task permitting, etc. Skilled in Microsoft Office programs. Knowledgeable Autodesk software. Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as FIIX, MP2 and/or SAP

Employee benefits

• We support and care for our employees and their families by providing: Competitive salaries Advantageous corporate agreements Full range of group insurance benefits Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution Purchase option of company stocks Group RRSP Health and wellness program in the workplace Assistance program for employees and their families Saputo products at a discounted price
• We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.
• In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more.
• Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
• The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. (collectively, “Saputo”) on Saputo's web site are subject to specific job skill requirements. The job skill requirements, qualifications, and preferred experience are determined by a Saputo subsidiary, office or department, and all positions are subject to local prevailing employment laws and restrictions. This would include immigration laws pertaining to work authorization requirements and any other applicable government permissions or compliance.
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• Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.
• We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
• Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
• All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.
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Legal and compliance

The information contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence. We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.