Maintenance Supervisor

Riverside Natural Foods Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian-based food manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the implementation of its Asset Reliability Program to ensure production equipment operates at its best. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in manufacturing and an engineering background. Responsibilities include leading maintenance initiatives, ensuring compliance with safety policies, and mentoring a team of technicians. The role offers opportunities for personal development and is values-driven, emphasizing teamwork and respect.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

RRSP/401k matching

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Undergraduate degree in Engineering is preferred.
• Ability to work different shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Asset Reliability Program.
• Ensure production equipment operates at optimum efficiency.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to the Maintenance Team.

Skills

Time management

Leadership

Technical aptitude

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering

5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing

Experience in food manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Access

Excel

Computerized Maintenance Management System

CAD drawing software

Job description

Overview

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile. So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together.

Position purpose

The mandate of this position is to lead the implementation of Riverside’s Asset Reliability Program. The goal of the program is to ensure production equipment operates at optimum efficiency and effectiveness through the implementation of Best-in-Class Asset Reliability Methods.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and uphold Riverside’s Core Values
• Understand and enforce Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Understand and enforce Riverside’s Food Safety policies and procedures
• Assist in annual maintenance budget preparation
• Assist in the development of annual maintenance priority objectives and vision
• Unplanned Maintenance
• Utilize equipment troubleshooting skills to solve complex issues and guide the team to equipment troubleshooting excellence
• Liaise with outside vendors to solve problems and develop corrective actions for equipment failures
• Liaise with stakeholders to coordinate maintenance team efforts to achieve the DAILY goal
• Ensure downtimes are documented, root cause analyses are completed, corrective actions are taken, and information is passed down to the Technician level (know/do/teach)
• Planned/Preventive Maintenance
• Review work requests, plan, and prioritize work orders
• Prepare a weekly schedule for a maintenance technician to execute
• Hold WO start-up meetings and provide guidance on WO
• Provide leadership to the team to ensure schedule compliance
• Lead the team to develop, implement and continually improve Preventive Maintenance programs. Introduce strategies to incorporate Predictive methods
• Technical Skills Development for Maintenance Technicians
• Identify knowledge gaps based on familiarity with equipment, experience, and ability to perform preventive maintenance
• Develop a skill matrix for the team of maintenance technicians
• Develop, implement, and document training plans
• Provide mentorship to maintenance technicians
• Asset Management
• Initiate and take ownership to develop solutions to repetitive failures and other issues affecting operations by reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)
• Audit preventive maintenance work to ensure quality and provide technical insight into PM optimization
• Support new CAPEX projects through spare parts verification, timely training programs, commissioning support, and developing preventive maintenance programs
• Assist in setting up and maintaining spare part inventory
• Provide leadership to implement an effective Continuous Improvement Program and promote Kaizen culture to drive Best-in-Class operating efficiencies
• Lead the Root Cause Failure Analysis for equipment failures
• Act as a change agent to build a CI culture using Kaizen, SMED, and Lean
• Act as Subject Matter Expert in cross-functional CI initiatives
• Leadership: Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to the Maintenance Team through supervisory responsibilities
• Ensure process compliance and retraining if needed
• Assist, propose or manage capital projects as needed
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests to verify equipment meets operational criteria

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to the Maintenance Manager
• Technicians and contractors performing work assignments report to this position

Key Objectives

• Uptime and OEE in collaboration with Operations
• # and outcome of Continuous Improvement projects
• Annual Maintenance Cost as % of Line Capital Expenditure

Education & Qualifications

• Over 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Undergraduate degree in Engineering is preferred
• Previous experience in trade will be considered
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment will be an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Computerized Maintenance Management System
• Experience in CAD drawing software will be an asset
• Ability to work different shifts as required

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, self-starter with a high level of initiative and ADAPTABILITY
• Demonstrate leadership quality while being a TEAM player with a positive attitude
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Technical aptitude including the ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings, user manuals, BOMs, regulations, etc.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Exhibit Riverside’s Core Values and be a role model in a changing environment

What we expect

• Values-led: You’ll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun. Sometimes, even making granola bars is hard, and life’s too short to take ourselves so seriously that we don’t enjoy the journey.
• Unparalleled experiences and opportunities: Help shape the organization and its future, and be prepared to roll up your sleeves to build processes quickly while staying true to our values.
• Access to everyone: We’re a flat organization with open access to leaders and staff alike; share ideas and speak up.
• Personal development: We’ll support your growth and provide training and tools to progress.
• Gratitude: We value you and show appreciation as we grow together.

What We Offer

• Values-led: We uphold our values and do not compromise on ethics or people.
• Courageous determination: Resourcefulness and grit are encouraged to overcome challenges.
• Humility: We operate with respect and support for others as we grow.
• Continuous improvement: We focus on learning, improving, and delivering better outcomes for all stakeholders.

Wait! There’s more!

• Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs
• RRSP matching or 401k matching for financial planning
• Join Employee-Led Resource Groups championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
• Develop your career through Riverside University and our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

How to Apply

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(at)riversidenaturals.com with the job title you are applying for in the subject line, or click the apply button.

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.