Maintenance Team Lead

Grand River Personnel Limited; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Team Lead to enhance their production operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team in a fast-paced environment, focusing on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in troubleshooting and repairing complex systems, along with leadership experience. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive efficiency and safety in maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and protocols. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in maintenance with team leadership experience.
• Expertise in PLCs and troubleshooting complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance activities and ensure operational efficiency.
• Train and mentor technicians in advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Electrical systems repair

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems expertise

PLC programming

Root cause analysis (RCA)

OEE metrics knowledge

Health and safety protocols

Education

Industrial Millwright 433A License

Electrical License (309A or 442)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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Grand River Personnel Limited provided pay range

This range is provided by Grand River Personnel Limited. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$35.50/hr - CA$35.50/hr

Direct message the job poster from Grand River Personnel Limited

Senior Recruitment Specialist at Grand River Personnel Ltd. Est. 1978

Our client in Cambridge is looking for an Maintenance Team Lead to join their team in Cambridge on the DAY shift!

This role is best suited for an experienced Maintenance Technician with hands-on experience in maintenance in a Production environment as well as Team Leadership!

Millwright license would be an asset!

As the Maintenance Team Lead you will be compensated with an hourly rate between $35.50 plus benefits!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with expertise in PLCs.
• Industrial Millwright 433A or Electrical License (309A or 442) would be an asset.
• Strong knowledge of OEE metrics, downtime analysis, and root cause analysis (RCA) for improving equipment performance.
• Familiarity with health and safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and high-voltage safety standards.
• Proficiency in using CMMS for work order tracking, inventory management, and maintenance documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily maintenance activities, ensuring efficient operation of mechanical, electrical, and production systems during the assigned shift.
• Monitor and improve equipment performance and production floor efficiency using OEE and downtime analysis.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians in advanced troubleshooting techniques, including electrical diagnostics, PLC programming, and mechanical repairs, following the company’s training program.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address recurring equipment failures or inefficiencies.
• Perform emergency repairs and provide technical guidance on production equipment, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures during maintenance tasks, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols and working with high-voltage equipment.
• Allocate resources and assign tasks for Work Orders and Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with leadership to align maintenance strategies with company priorities and operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with electrical and mechanical safety codes, as well as all relevant federal, provincial, and local regulations.
• Utilize CMMS to track work orders, manage inventory, and document maintenance activities for improved system reliability.
• Responsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve operational success.
• Monitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with Company Procedures.
• Carry out incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and reporting.
• Issue disciplinary action when needed.
• Follow Health and Safety regulations and Company policies and procedures..
• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.
• Comply with all

If you are an experienced Maintenance Team Lead with the required qualifications, send your resume to: [e-mail]

Grand River Personnel is committed to promoting accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities and complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and makes accommodations available for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. When an applicant for employment is chosen to participate in an assessment and/or the selection process, reasonable accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Management, and Engineering

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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