Maintenance Manager

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 Plant Manager, and a key member of the leadership team, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of the maintenance department. The Maintenance Manager provides leadership for the maintenance department and is responsible for the overall maintenance of mechanical, electrical, computer-aided and plumbing technologies used to manufacture, package, store and ship products at the Brandon Plant.  

Schedule: Work a flexible schedule, including call-in, on nights and weekends

Salary: $ 114,000 – $150,000 annually

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

• Telemedicine and 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:

• Provide leadership, coaching and mentorship to the maintenance leadership team through pro-active communications, employee involvement, participation, individual feedback and appraisal; 

• Develop sound relationships across the organization and with vendors; 

• Utilize continuous improvement strategies and remains well-informed of current and future technological developments; 

• Ensure that an annual maintenance budget and plan are developed, followed and that cost targets are within budget; 

• Partner with the Plant Manager to review revenues and costs relative to monthly budget and establishes further action plans; 

• Provide expert advice and guidance regarding the repair and maintenance of all machines and equipment; 

• Develop appropriate schedules, manpower and material requirements; 

• Manage the processes and secure the resources to ensure availability of the appropriate tools; 

• Maintain knowledge in mechanical and electrical trades, refrigeration, sanitation, storage equipment and machines; 

• Maintain a high standard of sanitation, housekeeping and cleanliness; 

• Maintain in good repair all production, packaging, storage, shipping and material handling equipment and machines as well as the physical plant; 

• Ensure that all work is performed safely, while following OH&S, WCB and Company regulations and procedures

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

• Engineering Degree or Journeyman ticket; 

• 5 years of experience in a supervisory or management role; 

• Experience in a Preventive Maintenance Program, knowledge of SAP software would be an asset; 

• Experience in Parts Inventory, Cost Control and Sourcing Parts; 

• Experience in Managing budget; 

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages; 

• Knowledge and experience in SAP & Kronos are an asset; 

• Previous experience with C.I. tools with the ability to analyze, improve processes to reduce cost and improve quality;  

• Experience in manufacturing, and/or food industry would be an asset;  

• Demonstrated solid Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) understanding and compliance; 

• A broad understanding of computer-aided processing and packaging equipment; 

• Excellent in diagnosing and problem solving and spatial relations ability;  

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