Maintenance Supervisor

Ventura Foods; Ontario; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in ensuring the efficiency of production equipment. This role involves supervising maintenance activities, developing preventative strategies, and promoting safety within the facility. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to compliance with safety and food regulations. Join a forward-thinking company that values career growth and offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and profit sharing. If you are passionate about maintenance and leadership, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Prescription Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Profit Sharing

401(k) Matching

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Holidays

Employee Events

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a front-line supervisor or 5 years in plant maintenance.
• Experience with electrical systems, ammonia refrigeration, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance employees and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop preventative maintenance strategies for various systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and food regulations.

Skills

Electrical Systems

Ammonia Refrigeration

Boilers

Pneumatics

Blueprints

Packaging Equipment

Communication Skills

Technical Understanding of Manufacturing Equipment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Two-Year Degree with Equivalent Experience

Tools

CMMS System (JDE)

Job description

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Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in installing, testing, repairing, and adjusting equipment. Ensure equipment is running efficiently to meet production goals and complete work orders effectively. Manage mechanics by orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, and disciplining.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Schedule and direct maintenance employees in daily tasks. Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve work problems, or assist workers in solving issues.
2. Develop and maintain preventative maintenance strategies for electrical/automation systems, HVAC, air compressors, and ammonia systems, including scheduling and reporting in a CMMS system (JDE).
3. Use lean tools to recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and efficiency. Drive root cause analysis for downtime.
4. Collaborate with Production Manager and supervisors to meet production goals by providing necessary manpower for equipment repairs.
5. Develop and maintain training programs for employees and plant personnel on procedures like LOTO, TPC online, NFPA, PLC, and root cause analysis.
6. Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, NFPA, DOLI, company policies, and other regulations.
7. Evaluate employee performance, recommend wage advancements, and issue corrective actions as needed.
8. Participate actively in daily production meetings, lead staff meetings, and work to increase productivity and quality.
9. Promote safety within the facility, develop safety programs, and lead maintenance team safety initiatives.
10. Ensure compliance with food safety policies, GMPs, FSMA, and related regulations.

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree or two-year degree with equivalent experience.
2. At least 2+ years as a front-line supervisor or five years in plant and equipment maintenance.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. High accuracy and experience with electrical systems, ammonia refrigeration, boilers, pneumatics, blueprints, and packaging equipment.
2. Knowledge of GMPs, sanitation, and union relations is helpful.
3. Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
4. Technical understanding of manufacturing equipment and maintenance.

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods offers career growth and competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage from day one
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Events and Assistance Programs
• Salary range: $84,620 - $108,399*
• Annual bonus based on incentive program

*Salary range is an estimate; actual pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Physical Demands:

Tasks require physical strength and dexterity, including sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Additional requirements include working in adverse temperatures, exposure to chemicals, fumes, allergens, and working at heights or in confined spaces.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment, treating all employees with respect. Ventura Foods is an equal opportunity employer.