Supervisor, Maintenance

Saputo Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan with employer contrib.

Stock purchase option

Group RRSP

Health & wellness program

Job summary

Saputo Inc. is seeking an Automation Supervisor to lead the Maintenance team in Saskatoon, directing automation projects and maintenance plans to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.

The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and oversees all repairs and projects in the plant. You will manage automation mandates, collaborate with corporate engineering, and ensure proper documentation while supporting GMP, H&S, and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years related automation/controls experience preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with process automation software/hardware, GMP/H&S/food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and maintenance tasks for byproducts area within defined schedules and budgets.
• Oversee implementation, testing, and commissioning of process automation; maintain documentation and HACCP records.
• Troubleshoot automation and process control systems; provide training to plant staff.

Skills

Automation/Controls

Serious leadership

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Ethernet networking

Allen Bradley RSLogix

Micrologic

Panel Builder32

Education

Journeyperson electrician or instrumentation (asset)

Tools

RSLogix5/500/5000

Micrologic

PLC 5

Ethernet

FactoryTalk View Studio

Wonderware

HMI (Panel Builder32)

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

As a key member of the Maintenance team, the Automation Supervisor is responsible for improving, streamlining, and automating the manufacturing process while maintaining product quality and adhering to company policy and external

regulations.

This role will also be responsible for supervising the day-to-day maintenance operations in the plant.

The position requires planning, implementation, and monitoring of the electrical PLC, programming and automation process and the maintenance plan.

The Maintenance Supervisor will report directly to the Maintenance Manager and oversee all repairs and projects within the plant.

Salary:

$88,140.00 to $110,175.00 Annual

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Collaborate and provide directions to the maintenance team in tasks and projects related to automation and maintenance related items in the byproducts area.
• Responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, testing, and commissioning of process automation software and hardware, while adhering to GMP, H&S, and Food Safety Standards
• Responsible for supervising and implementing the maintenance plan for the byproducts department.
• Maintenance team lead for CI program
• Responsible for prioritizing and executing the automation mandates within a defined schedule and budget.
• Investigate and analyze issues/problems to provide design improvement recommendations
• Troubleshoot and diagnose automation and process control system problems
• Provides training to plant staff as required.
• Collaborate with the corporate engineering team in the design and programming of the system control logic and operator interfaces (HMI).
• Maintain up to date records of all the Process PLCs and Programs.
• Prepares budget estimates in close collaboration with other departments.
• Establish controls and links with the OT/IT department to implement certain plant or maintenance requirements.
• Works with other trades groups, vendors and contractors to complete project assignments as required.
• Ensure adherence to proper documentation of work performed, parts used, time sheets and HACCP documents.
• Performance of other duties as required.

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

• 5 years related automation/controls experience preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Proficient knowledge in the following software packages: Allen Bradley RSLogix5,500,5000, Micrologic, PLC 5, Ethernet communication, Factory Talk View Studio, Allen Bradley Panel Builder32.Wonderware.
• Experience in programming and maintaining servo drives.
• Sound communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and strong team orientation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Certified Journeyperson as electrician or instrumentation considered an asset.
• Food industry or high-speed packaging experience.
• Demonstrate excellent trouble shooting skills and analytical skills.
• A high level of self-motivation and initiative.

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.

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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We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.