Maintenance Supervisor - Biscuits

Ferrero International S.A.; Brantford; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading confectionery company is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Brantford, Ontario. This position involves guiding maintenance technicians and collaborating across departments to ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates should have over three years of supervisory experience and strong mechanical skills. Ferrero is committed to diversity and offers excellent employee benefits, including paid time off and support for career growth.

Benefits

Fully employer-paid benefits starting on day 1

Competitive paid time off

Up to 16 weeks Parental Leave

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

On-site Cafeteria

Career Growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Able to tackle technical challenges with creativity and precision.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor maintenance technicians on safe work practices.
• Support smart factory initiatives.
• Collaborate across production, quality, and HR departments.
• Partner with OEMs and suppliers for parts sourcing.
• Assist with maintenance scheduling and planning.

Skills

Technical Problem Solving

Strong Knowledge of Materials and Resources

Critical Thinking

Coaching, Mentoring, Teaching and Guiding

Strong Written and Oral Communication Skills

Job description

Why work at Ferrero?

• Fully employer-paid benefits starting on day 1
• Competitive paid time off
• Up to 16 weeks Parental Leave
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• On-site Cafeteria
• Career Growth within Ferrero
• Fun Employee engagement activities

Main Responsibilities:

• Guiding and mentoring maintenance technicians to follow safe work practices
• Supporting smart factory initiatives
• Collaborating across production, quality, and HR to keep operations flowing
• Partnering with OEMs and suppliers to source parts and troubleshooting support
• Assisting with maintenance scheduling and intervention planning
• Ensuring strict adherence to Ferrero’s maintenance policies and standards

Abilities

• Technical Problem Solving
• Strong Knowledge of Materials and Resources
• Critical Thinking
• Proven Ability to Make Tough Decisions
• Coaching, Mentoring, Teaching and Guiding
• Strong Written and Oral Communication Skills

Who we are looking for:

You thrive in a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment. With your strong problem‑solving skills and leadership experience, you’re ready to make an impact. We’re looking for someone who has:

• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in a manufacturing setting
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• A history of tackling technical challenges with creativity and precision

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are — dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

Ferrero Canada will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the HR Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.