Maintenance Supervisor

ML6; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in packaging manufacturing is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a proactive team in ensuring equipment uptime and driving safety and efficiency. The role demands leadership in a fast-paced environment, overseeing maintenance strategies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years management experience in a manufacturing role.
• Background in industrial maintenance as technician or electrician.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all maintenance operations and manage a team of technicians.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and effective communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Mechanical Knowledge

Electrical Knowledge

Time Management

Education

Engineering Degree

Trade Certification (Millwright, Electrician)

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a team in a fast-paced, high-volume packaging manufacturing facility. You'll oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, champion a preventive maintenance culture, and ensure equipment uptime while driving safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing :

Direct supervision of maintenance technicians, laborers, and a maintenance planner.

Oversee repairs and upkeep of all plant equipment, including HVAC, chillers, air compressors, and building infrastructure.

Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Schedule and assign daily maintenance tasks and manage work order completion.

Troubleshoot equipment issues and drive timely corrective actions.

Monitor inventory and purchase necessary materials, tools, and parts.

Ensure safety standards and compliance with OSHA regulations.

Train and mentor staff; coordinate with contractors and assist with capital projects.

Provide input on long-term maintenance planning, budgets, and emergency response strategies.

Promote a collaborative, safety-first environment and maintain effective communication with all departments.

What You'll Need To Be Successful :

Minimum 5 years of management experience in a trade or engineering-related function.

Background as a maintenance technician, electrician, or mechanic in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC systems.

Proven experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments with frequent changeovers.

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead by example.

Proficiency in MS Office; experience managing maintenance budgets and vendors.

Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles (5S, Six Sigma, TPM) is an asset.

Engineering degree or trade certification (Millwright or Electrician) preferred.

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