Maintenance Supervisor

Fuze HR; Saint John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Saint John is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead production-related maintenance efforts and continuous improvement initiatives. This role emphasizes strong leadership and organizational skills, requiring candidates to oversee facility equipment maintenance and ensure alignment with company safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess significant supervisory experience, familiarity with technical maintenance practices, and excellent interpersonal skills to foster team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory or managerial experience required.
• Knowledge of CNC Machines would be an asset.
• Experience in a unionized setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support production via maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and maintain a preventive maintenance system.
• Schedule and coordinate inspections of all equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Time Management

Communication

Initiative

Attention to Detail

Education

Education and training in Maintenance or Engineering

Job description

The Maintenance Supervisor will support production via projects, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. With the help of team members, they will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and facility equipment to ensure the company’s goals and objectives are met. The role will be based at a facility in Saint John, New Brunswick, where the culture emphasizes accountability, humility, and owning up to mistakes to learn and improve.

Reports to : Plant Manager

Communicates With :

• VP / General Manager
• Operational Manager
• All On-Site Employees

Technical Skills / Attributes :

• 3-5 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Knowledge of CNC Machines would be an asset.

Soft Skills / Attributes :

• Excellent leadership abilities.
• Very good organization and planning skills.
• Time management and prioritizing skills.
• Ability to accept direction, instructions, and work with others.
• Experience working in a unionized setting is essential.
• Able to take initiative and work independently.
• Ownership and accountability to others and self.
• Good team skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to establish trust.
• Good communication skills (written and oral). Clear, concise, and articulate communication.
• Ability to execute on goals and strategies.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet set deadlines.
• Attention to details in all work areas.
• Ability to interpret and adhere to company policies.
• Highly flexible.
• Commitment to learning and professional development demonstrated by appropriate education and training.
• Strong technical knowledge of all building systems (electrical, heating, etc.).

Levels of Authority : Expenditures up to $1000 (CAD).

Job Tasks :

• Knowledge and support of Company Quality Standards.
• Knowledge and support of Company Safety and Environmental Practices.
• Support production via projects, maintenance, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Inspect facilities periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
• Prepare daily maintenance schedules with the support of the lead hand.
• Manage and maintain a preventive maintenance system to keep all day-to-day operations running smoothly.
• Ensure compliance with company safety and security standards, procedures, and policies.
• Assist in contracting and supervising contractors during installations, repairs, or maintenance (electricians, plumbers, etc.).
• Contribute to the development of the budget and ensure compliance.
• Monitor inventory of materials and equipment.
• Participate in project coordination, implementation, and commissioning (e.g., renovations, maintenance, and / or CAR projects).
• Schedule and coordinate inspections of all equipment, including mechanical and electrical.
• Perform other duties as required.

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