Maintenance Supervisor

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate & delegate the day-to-day maintenance activity in a safe manner
• Actively promote a safe working environment
• Achieve the accurate completion of Work Orders to capture work details, labour hours & parts used on a daily basis
• Work hands on with the team to assist and drive the effective identification of root cause and the implementation of countermeasures
• Ensure the effective resolution of maintenance issues and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment
• Plan work schedules and assignments to ensure that equipment is being serviced within the specified maintenance guidelines
• Maintain effective communication with the team to foster continuous improvement, safe practices and root cause analysis
• Supervise & manage outside trades/contractors in accordance with contractor management guidelines
• Follow up on repairs by auditing staff & contractors to ensure the quality & completion of tasks
• Meet and exceed downtime targets by optimizing the repair and maintenance of the equipment
• Lead the shift hand off meeting and ensure the objectives of the meeting are met on a daily basis
• Represent the Maintenance Department at meetings as required
• Work with the Maintenance Planner & Operations to plan & execute tasks to reduce production interruptions
• Oversee, maintain and progressively improve the PM program
• Ensure shop cleanliness is maintained (5S) as a high priority with the crews
• Draft and conduct regular performance reviews for the maintenance team
• Proactively identify and address team performance concerns and see to the effective resolution of conflicts
• Oversee the effective development of a strong maintenance team through on the job training, course recommendations and consistent coaching/mentoring
• Participate in equipment reviews & design changes as required
• Apply policies and practices in a fair and equal manner
• Ensure plant has 24/7 coverage and be available after hours for support when needed
• Schedule, monitor and approve hours in the timekeeping system, ensuring all hours are approved on time for payroll processing
• Participate in plant safety, health and environmental programs

  Requirements

  • Industrial Trade Certification with a good command of English both written and oral
  • Minimum 10 years in industrial manufacturing environment
  • Minimum 3 years in a lead hand or supervisor role
  • Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office, and production/productivity software
  • Familiarity and conformance with legislated requirements of the OHSA
  • Preferred Post-Secondary Education. Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is an asset
  • Experience with a CMMS software for issuing/tracking work orders and scheduling PM's
  • Technical Skills/Competence: Working knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical and Fluid Power components, Welding and PLC's
  • Able to facilitate the development, implementation and continuous improvement of our standard operating procedures by educating, training, monitoring, and proactively coaching the maintenance team
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively problem solve and independently make sound decisions
  • Ability to plan, develop and implement new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs and affect greater utilization of labour and materials
  • Provide clear and consistent direction to team members regarding day to day tasks and overall performance, and exhibits a "can do" attitude
  • Proven track record of training , developing, and evaluating employees
  • Strong oral and written communication
  • Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment

    Benefits

    • Profit Sharing
    • Education Assistance Program
    • Social Events
    • Safety Shoe and Glasses Allowance
    • Internal Growth and Development
    • Health and Dental
    • Life and AD&D
    • Vision
    • Critical Illness Insurance
    • Long Term Disability