Maintenance Team Leader

Leclerc Foods; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Leclerc Foods in Cornwall, Ontario, is seeking a Maintenance Team Leader to minimize downtime and ensure safe, reliable operation of all equipment. You will lead the maintenance team across Health & Safety, Our People, Quality and Productivity, driving a culture of continuous improvement.

This hands-on leadership role requires troubleshooting, preventive maintenance planning, and strong coaching to develop staff while ensuring 6S, LOTO and quality standards are met in a fast-paced food

Qualifications

• Trades certificate or technical degree is an asset.
• Experience with FMGC and high-speed production lines is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, analyze and solve problems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP/MES tools.
• Effective communication, coaching, and priority-setting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety compliance and 6S and LOTO program adherence.
• Schedule and supervise preventive maintenance activities.
• Mentor and develop maintenance team members.
• Maintain accurate records in SAP CMMS and support weekly planning.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Suite

Education

Trades Certificate

Technical Degree

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

Career Opportunities: Maintenance Team Leader (12082)

Requisition ID12082-Posted08/06/2026-Cornwall, ON

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Team Leader to support our operations by minimizing unplanned downtime and ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient functioning of all equipment. In this role, you will combine strong technical expertise with effective leadership, clear communication, and proactive coordination to guide the maintenance team across our four operational pillars: Health & Safety, Our People, Quality, and Productivity.

This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity for someone who excels at troubleshooting, prioritizing maintenance activities, and developing team members while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

1. Health & Safety

• Ensure all team members understand and apply safety regulations, company procedures, and programs, including proper use of PPE and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Conduct daily floor tours, enforcing 6S principles and addressing at‑risk situations immediately; promote the Take 5 approach.
• Identify potential hazards and collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to improve and document safety procedures.
• Ensure all Health & Safety events are properly documented, investigated, and addressed with corrective actions in the SMAAT platform.

2. Our People

• Identify technical skills gaps within the maintenance team; collaborate with the Maintenance Manager and HR to coordinate training and development programs.
• Establish clear performance expectations aligned with departmental goals; conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Support onboarding of new team members by pairing them with appropriate maintenance staff to ensure fast and effective integration.
• Recognize and report positive staff behaviors and contributions.

3. Quality

• Execute and supervise preventive maintenance to ensure compliance with BRC and other quality standards.
• Perform routine checks to confirm maintenance activities protect product integrity and follow all quality requirements.

4. Productivity

• Conduct and oversee scheduled preventive maintenance; recommend task and frequency optimizations based on equipment condition.
• Perform regular audits of the preventive maintenance plan, identifying improvement opportunities and guiding the team on best practices.
• Manage team task assignments and corrective maintenance priorities; provide support and direction to ensure quick, effective issue resolution.
• Master and enforce the Maintenance Work Order process.
• Ensure accurate recording of work time and details in the SAP maintenance system.
• Provide technical insights to support weekly scheduling and ensure tasks are assigned to appropriate team members.
• Lead and/or actively participate in communication rituals (AMSPro2), ensuring effective information flow across shifts/lines.
• Contribute to Breakdown Analysis (BDA) activities and help identify mitigation actions to reduce equipment risk and downtime.
• And othert duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

Trades Certificate, Technical Degree, or equivalent experience is an asset

Experience with FMGC, high speed production lines, industrial processing an asset

Demonstrated ability to think critically, analyze and solve problems

Proficient at Microsoft Suite Tools

Strong technical background in maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment repair

Experience supervising or leading a maintenance team (asset)

Knowledge of industrial safety standards and LOTO procedures

Experience with preventative maintenance programs

Familiarity with SAP or other CMMS platforms

Effective communication, coaching, and priority-setting skills

Ability to work in a fast ‑ paced manufacturing environment

Pay rate of $33.20/hour to $43.04/hour and will be determined based on your experience, skills, training and organizational needs.