Maintenance Team Lead

ZipRecruiter; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Maintenance Team Lead in Cambridge for the DAY shift. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in maintenance and team leadership, overseeing daily operations and ensuring safety protocols are followed. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in maintenance.
• Expertise in PLCs and mechanical/electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance activities and ensure efficient operation.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Health and Safety Protocols

Team Leadership

CMMS

Education

Industrial Millwright 433A

Electrical License 309A or 442

Job description

Job Description

Our client in Cambridge is looking for a 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.
• Manage and support the maintenance team daily to achieve operational success.
• Monitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Conduct incident, accident, and non-conformity investigations and reporting.
• Issue disciplinary actions when needed.
• Follow health and safety regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.

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. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.