Maintenance Supervisor

Humanly (humanly.io); Feversham; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

RRSP Company Matching

Paid vacation

Continuous technical & leadership dev

Job summary

Ice River Sustainable Solutions in Feversham, Ontario is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a highly automated site focused on reliability and continuous improvement. You will mentor technicians, optimize maintenance processes, and drive safe, efficient operation across packaging and bottling systems.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong mechanical/electrical skills, and a track record of improving equipment uptime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading maintenance teams in supervisory roles.
• Strong mechanical and electrical PLC troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with CMMS and preventive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and safe maintenance practices.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willing to participate in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance department to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of highly automated equipment.
• Coach, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians with development plans.
• Build balanced maintenance teams and promote mentorship and knowledge transfer.
• Support succession planning and strengthen technical capability across the department.
• Foster a positive, accountable team culture with strong communication and collaboration.
• Conduct regular performance discussions to support employee development.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and implement solutions to minimize downtime.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs for reliability.
• Monitor maintenance inventory and coordinate procurement of parts.
• Prioritize, assign, and track work orders to ensure timely completion and CMMS compliance.
• Track equipment KPIs and drive reliability improvements.
• Manage repair and maintenance costs while maintaining performance.
• Lead maintenance meetings and coordinate with production and other departments.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Team coaching

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical/PLC troubleshooting

CMMS experience

Maintenance planning

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Health & Safety knowledge

MS Office proficiency

On-call readiness

Tools

CMMS software

PLC troubleshooting tools

Job description

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family‑owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into innovative solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do.

We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization.

If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move.

Maintenance Supervisor

Feversham, ON

Ice River Sustainable Solutions is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join our Feversham leadership team. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, you will play a key role in developing our maintenance team while driving equipment reliability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across one of Canada's most technically advanced beverage manufacturing facilities.

This is a hands‑on leadership role supporting highly automated processing, bottling, plastics, and facility operations. We're looking for someone who enjoys developing people just as much as solving technical problems. If you're passionate about building strong maintenance teams, mentoring tradespeople, and creating a culture of accountability, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Our Feversham Maintenance Team?

In addition to a competitive salary and annual performance bonus, Maintenance Supervisors at our Feversham facility are eligible for an additional $12,500 annual Maintenance Loyalty Bonus, recognizing the critical role our maintenance leaders play in keeping our operation running at its best.

What You'll Do

As our Maintenance Supervisor, you will:

• Lead the maintenance department to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of highly automated manufacturing equipment.
• Coach, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians by identifying skill gaps and implementing individualized development plans.
• Build balanced maintenance teams by strategically pairing technicians with complementary strengths to promote mentorship and knowledge transfer.
• Partner with the Maintenance Manager to support succession planning and strengthen long‑term technical capability across the department.
• Foster a positive, accountable team culture built on communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular one‑on‑one meetings and performance discussions to support employee engagement and development.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues while supporting innovative solutions to minimize downtime.
• Modify, repair, install, maintain, and troubleshoot production equipment, utilities, and facility systems.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
• Monitor maintenance inventory levels and coordinate procurement of required parts and supplies.
• Filter, prioritize, assign, and monitor maintenance work orders to ensure timely completion and CMMS compliance.
• Track equipment performance KPIs and support initiatives to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Manage repair and maintenance (R&M) costs while maintaining equipment performance.
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance meetings while coordinating priorities with production and other departments.
• Conduct routine inspections of production equipment and facilities to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety, housekeeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate OEMs and contractors during major shutdowns, installations, and equipment upgrades.
• Participate in the maintenance on‑call rotation and provide leadership support during off‑hours when required.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience within a high‑speed manufacturing or packaging environment (food and beverage experience preferred).
• Previous experience leading maintenance teams in a supervisory, lead hand, or similar leadership capacity.
• Strong mechanical aptitude combined with electrical and PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop technical employees.
• Experience with CMMS systems, preventive maintenance programs, and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Strong understanding of maintenance planning, scheduling, and shift coverage.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate diverse maintenance teams.
• Proven problem‑solving, organizational, and decision‑making abilities.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and safe maintenance practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Flexible to participate in an on‑call rotation and respond to after‑hours emergencies when required.

Compensation

Starting Salary: $100,000 - $110,000 annually

In addition to your base salary, you'll receive:

• $12,500 Annual Maintenance Loyalty Bonus
• Annual Performance Bonus (10% target)
• Annual salary reviews and opportunities for career growth

What We Offer

• Competitive starting salary of $100,000-$110,000 per year
• $12,500 Annual Maintenance Loyalty Bonus (Feversham Maintenance Team)
• Annual Performance Bonus (10% target)
• Company‑paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• RRSP Company Matching Program
• Paid vacation
• Continuous technical and leadership development
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization
• Employee Referral Program
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Company‑provided uniforms and PPE
• Modern, highly automated manufacturing environment
• Supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement
• Opportunity to work with leading‑edge bottling, plastics, processing, and automation technologies

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a lasting impact, develop a skilled maintenance team, and help shape the future of one of Ontario's most advanced manufacturing operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.