Maintenance Supervisor

Infinitek Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A new manufacturing company in Saint John, NB, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to launch and lead operations at a brand new chip plant. In this role, you will champion safety, mentor a team of technicians, and drive operational excellence initiatives from the ground up. The ideal candidate will have hands-on mechanical expertise and 2-3 years of supervisory experience. This position offers a competitive salary of up to $125k CAD based on experience, along with relocation assistance if needed.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Career growth opportunities

Work with advanced technology

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of supervisory experience in a mechanical/industrial environment.
• Proven track record of implementing reliability improvement initiatives.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure policies are adhered to.
• Lead and mentor a team of industrial mechanics and contractors.
• Drive maintenance best practices across the new plant.
• Implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Train and develop apprentices in the maintenance field.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Trade Certification or Associate’s Degree in a related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS systems

ERP software (JD Edwards E1)

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Saint John, NB, Canada

Be part of something new and exciting! We are looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to help launch and lead operations at a brand new chip plant. This is a unique opportunity to shape the maintenance culture, establish best practices, and make a real impact from day one. You will have 4 direct reports.

Shift patterns and working hours: Maintenance Supervisor will be on day shift Mon-Fri (45 hours) with occasional call in work.

What You’ll Do

• Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring policies are followed and incidents are investigated thoroughly.
• Lead and mentor a team of industrial mechanics and outside contractors, overseeing repairs, improvements, and unplanned downtime.
• Drive maintenance best practices and operational excellence initiatives across the new plant.
• Implement continuous improvement strategies, analyzing data to maximize efficiency and equipment availability.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion, measuring impact and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
• Train and develop apprentices, shaping the next generation of skilled maintenance professionals.
• Serve as a role model, coaching your team on values, work standards, and accountability.

What We’re Looking For

• Trade Certification or Associate’s Degree in a related technical field.
• 2–3 years of supervisory experience in a mechanical/industrial environment.
• Strong hands‑on mechanical knowledge and experience with predictive and preventive maintenance.
• Proven track record of implementing reliability improvement initiatives.
• Project management, prioritization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, CMMS systems, and ERP software (JD Edwards E1 is a plus).
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.
• Lean Six Sigma training is an asset.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Launch your career with a brand new, state‑of‑the‑art facility.
• Shape and implement processes from the ground up, with opportunities to influence plant culture and practices.
• Work with advanced technology and a team dedicated to operational excellence.
• Opportunities for growth across production, engineering, maintenance, and operations in a supportive, fast‑paced environment.

Compensation

Base salary up to $125k CAD DOE + relocation assistance if needed.