Reliability Engineer

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Learning and development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement programme

Up to two paid volunteer days annually

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a dedicated engineer to enhance manufacturing processes through leadership and technical skills. This role involves overseeing equipment upgrades, applying Lean methodologies, and collaborating with the Reliability team to drive continuous improvement in food safety and quality management.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in engineering, with 3-5 years of relevant experience in a food manufacturing setting. We offer competitive benefits including health plans and pension contributions from your first day.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of engineering experience in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.
• Excellent computer skills with solid to advanced spreadsheet capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing improvement projects to enhance equipment and processes.
• Validate new and existing processes with the Reliability team.
• Develop and oversee predictive maintenance activities.

Skills

LEADERSHIP

PROBLEM-SOLVING

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

LEAN MANUFACTURING

Education

Engineering or Engineering Technologist Diploma

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

Opportunity

Reporting to the Reliability Manager, this position will develop and improve manufacturing equipment and processes by applying engineering principles with a LEAN approach.

Compensation: $71,000 - $103,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short‑term incentive.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support for manufacturing improvement projects aimed at enhancing equipment, processes, and systems to increase plant capacity, line efficiency, and preventive maintenance effectiveness.
• Validate new and existing processes with the Reliability team.
• Review and participate in new equipment designs, upgrades, and overhauls, and oversee the commissioning process.
• Apply Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies to support process improvements.
• Participate in Pre‑Start Health and Safety Reviews (PSHSRs), review findings, and manage updates.
• Review and approve any equipment and process changes to assess and confirm safety implications (MOC).
• Review and approve process documentation to standardize team member activities and procedures.
• Define and oversee all visual management tools for the shop floor, including daily and weekly reporting.
• Develop equipment and process modifications to support Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) reduction and failure prevention.
• Support the execution of preventive maintenance activities, lead optimization efforts, and coordinate contractor support.
• Develop and oversee predictive maintenance activities.
• Oversee the breakdown management system, including troubleshooting, reporting and analysis, and recurrence prevention.
• Develop reliability standards for performance measurement.
• Demonstrate full commitment to implementing the Global Standard for Food Safety requirements and driving continual improvement in food safety and quality management processes.

Qualifications

• College or university education in Engineering or an Engineering Technologist Diploma (mechanical, industrial, or electrical).
• 3–5 years of engineering experience, preferably within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.
• Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD, with solid to advanced spreadsheet capabilities, complemented by strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and passionate individual with a high sense of urgency who thrives on managing diverse tasks and consistently delivering results across multiple priorities.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles.
• SAP knowledge an asset.
• Well‑developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively within team dynamics.

Benefits

• Competitive health and wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on mental health and well‑being, starting on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources to develop skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement programme supporting continuous learning and development.
• Up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.