Supervisor, Maintenance

Saputo, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the dairy sector is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This role involves leading a dedicated team, managing maintenance tasks, and collaborating with various departments to enhance productivity. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work culture, this opportunity offers a chance to make meaningful contributions in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values innovation and teamwork, and help drive success in a thriving industry.

Benefits

Vacation upon hire

Generous benefit coverage

Group retirement plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Paid Maternity/Parental Leave

Paid time off

Training and development programs

Flexible work environment

Organized activities for employees

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance supervision experience in manufacturing.
• Technical knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance activities and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Lead and coach maintenance teams to enhance productivity.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Team Management

Education

Post-secondary Diploma or Degree

Trade Certification (Millwright or Electrician)

Tools

SAP

Fiix

MS Office

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the role:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role supervises maintenance activities, including the repair, maintenance, and installation of machinery and equipment. It ensures compliance with safety, quality, and food safety standards and regulations while maintaining productivity. The primary hours of work are from Tuesday to Saturday 12pm - 8pm.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to supervising, coaching, scheduling, task and labor management, and enhancing team skills through methods like coaching, directing and communicating.

The Maintenance Supervisor also collaborates with various departments to ensure effective maintenance operations and supports the supply chain specialist with inventory and procurement processes. Verifying assigned maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner, ensuring quality work is also accomplished.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hire
• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Employee family assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Maternity/Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
• Organized activities for employees and their families

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Lead and coach maintenance teams by fostering proactive communication, enhancing employee engagement, managing disciplinary actions, encouraging participation, providing individualized feedback, and conducting performance appraisals. Utilize, review, and maintain the computerized maintenance system for tasks, requests, and parts inventory control.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in preparing the department budget, monitoring expenditures, and compiling expenditure reports while identifying stock deficiencies.
• Support the maintenance department by providing expert guidance, acting as a liaison between Production, Quality Control, and other departments. Verify task completion and ensure work meets quality standards.
• Utilize Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) techniques and optimize preventative maintenance while analyzing critical equipment failures and recommending improvements.
• Coordinate with maintenance coordinators for routine parts purchases and task assignments. Assess on-demand work requests for consistency with current and future requirements in designated areas.
• Ensure compliance with CFIA and audit expectations during maintenance tasks, adhering to food safety standards and enforcing safe work regulatory requirements.
• Promote safe working conditions and ensure all maintenance team members understand and follow safe work procedures.
• Provide shift reports and communicate equipment and job statuses to relevant personnel and departments to foster a collaborative approach.
• Manage, develop, and mentor employees by leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) processes for recurring issues.
• Enhance departmental performance, productivity, and cost control by identifying recurring problems and preparing preventative and scheduled work orders within a determined timeframe.
• Conduct trend analysis, tracking, and forecasting to determine the lifecycle of equipment and parts.
• Perform administrative functions as required and carry out any additional duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Post-secondary Diploma or degree in a related field or trade certification (millwright or electrician preferred)
• Three or more years of verifiable maintenance supervision or management experience within a manufacturing environment is a requirement
• Technical knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (SAP or Fiix is preferred)
• Efficient with MS Office and computer proficiency include knowledge on PLC logic is required
• Highly organized with strong analytical, coordination and communication skills
• Is comfortable working independently and with a team, with the ability to be flexible
• Proficient and dependable in current position, high level troubleshooter and analytical skills

This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf , and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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About Us

Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly . Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 65 manufacturing facilities and over 19,500 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom.

All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.