Maintenance Scheduler/Planner

Winland Foods Canada Inc; Stoney Creek; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

RRSP with Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Winland Foods Canada Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Planner/ Scheduler in Stoney Creek, Ontario, to optimize labour, materials, and equipment availability.

This role partners with Operations and Maintenance to manage preventive maintenance, backlog, CMMS data, and asset reliability while leading weekly scheduling meetings. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in maintenance or plant operations, a high school diploma or GED (technical degree preferred), and strong analytical, mechanical, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance or plant operations.
• High school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both tactically and strategically, independently making informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Planning & Scheduling: Plan, prioritize, and schedule maintenance work to maximize available labor and minimize delays, coordinating resources, materials, parts, contractors, and equipment access.
• Work Order Management: Review and prioritize work requests, convert requests into planned work orders, manage short- and long-term backlog, and use completed work-order feedback to improve future planning.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and optimize preventive maintenance programs using OEM recommendations, root-cause analysis, and maintenance team learnings.
• CMMS Management: Serve as the CMMS Super User, maintain asset hierarchy and critical-asset BOM information, and train other team members on the system.
• Maintenance Coordination: Provide guidance to maintenance personnel and contractors during planned downtime, PM activities, work orders, and machine-specific maintenance activities.
• Operations Partnership: Act as a liaison between Operations and Maintenance and lead the weekly Maintenance Scheduling Meeting.
• Parts & MRO Support: Support parts acquisition, MRO inventory management, and organization. Vacation back up the MRO Buyer for issuing PO’s.
• Cost & Performance Management: Estimate labour, material, and contractor costs; identify cost-saving opportunities; analyze maintenance costs; and recommend corrective actions when appropriate.
• KPI & Reporting: Create and track maintenance KPIs in Excel using CMMS reporting and maintain work orders, requisitions, activity reports, and daily logbooks.
• Continuous Improvement: Develop standard work-order plans for recurring repairs to improve planning efficiency and consistency.
• Capital Projects: Support the project engineering team with new asset updates in the CMMS.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Scheduling

SAP S/4HANA

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Analytical skills

Leadership

Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical degree preferred

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Responsible for planning and scheduling maintenance activities to optimize labour, materials, parts, and equipment availability. Partners with Operations and Maintenance to prioritize work, manage preventive maintenance and work-order backlogs, maintain CMMS data, and improve equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.

Employee Type: Full time
Location: ON Stoney Creek
Job Type: Production Maintenance

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $80,000 to $87,000 annually with additional bonus potential

Hours of Work: 8 hour schedule, Monday to Friday

Work Location: 944 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• RRSP with Match
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• EAP

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Planning & Scheduling: Plan, prioritize, and schedule maintenance work to maximize available labor and minimize delays, coordinating resources, materials, parts, contractors, and equipment access.
• Work Order Management: Review and prioritize work requests, convert requests into planned work orders, manage short- and long-term backlog, and use completed work-order feedback to improve future planning.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and optimize preventive maintenance programs using OEM recommendations, root-cause analysis, and maintenance team learnings.
• CMMS Management: Serve as the CMMS Super User, maintain asset hierarchy and critical-asset BOM information, and train other team members on the system.
• Maintenance Coordination: Provide guidance to maintenance personnel and contractors during planned downtime, PM activities, work orders, and machine-specific maintenance activities.
• Operations Partnership: Act as a liaison between Operations and Maintenance and lead the weekly Maintenance Scheduling Meeting.
• Parts & MRO Support: Support parts acquisition, MRO inventory management, and organization. Vacation back up the MRO Buyer for issuing PO’s.
• Cost & Performance Management: Estimate labour, material, and contractor costs; identify cost‑saving opportunities; analyze maintenance costs; and recommend corrective actions when appropriate.
• KPI & Reporting: Create and track maintenance KPIs in Excel using CMMS reporting and maintain work orders, requisitions, activity reports, and daily logbooks.
• Continuous Improvement: Develop standard work‑order plans for recurring repairs to improve planning efficiency and consistency.
• Capital Projects: Support the project engineering team with new asset updates in the CMMS.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list of all tasks. Additional tasks and duties may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business needs.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5+ years of proven experience in maintenance or plant operations.
• High school diploma or GED required; 2-year technical degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling principles.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA preferred.
• Experience training, coaching, and leading groups.
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work both tactically and strategically, independently making informed decisions.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and situational leadership skills, with the ability to influence across levels of the organization.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with Operations leaders and maintenance employees.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• Progressive, adaptable, flexible, high-energy, and self‑motivated approach to work.

Physical Activity / Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing/plant environments.
• Ability to walk and stand for periods of time while supporting maintenance activities on the plant floor.
• Ability to safely navigate production and maintenance areas, including stairs and uneven surfaces.
• Regular use of computers and other office equipment for maintenance planning, scheduling, reporting, and CMMS activities.
• Exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, which may include noise, temperature variations, moving equipment, and machinery.
• Must follow all applicable plant safety requirements and required PPE practices.
• May require flexibility in work hours to support planned downtime, maintenance activities, projects, or operational needs.

We cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business need.

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Us:

At Winland Foods, we’re passionate about creating exceptional food experiences that bring people together. We are a dynamic and growing company specializing in meal preparation products—from pasta and sauces to plant‑based proteins and more. Our portfolio includes beloved consumer brands and custom private‑label solutions for retail and foodservice channels.

Why Work With Us?

We believe in being exceptional from the land to the table. That means:

• Commitment to Quality: We consistently exceed industry standards across our value chain.
• Sustainability & Responsibility: We prioritize environmental stewardship and make a positive impact on the world around us.
• People First: The safety, well‑being, and growth of our employees are at the heart of everything we do.

Our Culture:

We’re a team of food enthusiasts who value collaboration, innovation, and integrity. At Winland Foods, you’ll find an environment where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive.

Explore Opportunities:

At Winland Foods, you’ll find opportunities across operations, supply chain, marketing, and product development—roles where your work truly makes an impact. By joining our team, you become part of a forward‑thinking organization that values passion, collaboration, and shared success with our customers. Together, we’re shaping the future of food.

To All Recruitment Agencies

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