Maintenance Supervisor

Overview of the Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for efficiently and economically maintaining in good repair all mechanical, electrical, computer‑aided and utility technologies used to manufacture, package, store and ship products at the Abbotsford Facilities. This is to be accomplished utilizing continuous improvement strategies, keeping up with current and future technological developments while developing sound relationships within the organization.

This is a full‑time position Monday – Friday, available to support the facility within a 24/7 operations.

Salary Range : $88,140.00 - $

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

• 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

• Leadership/coaching of maintenance personnel through pro‑active communications, employee involvement, participation, individual feedback and appraisal.
• Maintain a current knowledge of all sanitation, refrigeration, packaging and storage equipment, machines and devices used to produce, package, handle, store and ship products made at the Edmonton Facilities.
• Establish, with the help of the Maintenance Manager, an annual maintenance plan and budget; review revenues and costs relative to budget on a monthly basis and establish further action plans.
• Maintain a high standard of sanitation, housekeeping and cleanliness within the maintenance shop and related equipment areas within the facility.
• Provide professional advice regarding the repair and maintenance of all machines and equipment.
• Facilitate the timely and efficient packaging of fluid products.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment in breakdown situations to ensure production efficiencies are achieved.
• Provide training to maintenance & plant staff as required.
• Work with all trades groups to complete project assignments; coordinate with vendors & engineering as required.
• Supervise electrical installations.
• Ensure PLC programs are updated and current.
• Develop appropriate schedules, manning and material requirements.
• Ensure the availability of the appropriate tools.
• 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.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory or management role
• Experience in a Preventive Maintenance Program, knowledge of CMMS software would be an asset
• Experience in Parts Inventory
• Experience in Cost Control
• Experience in Sourcing Parts
• Experience in Managing budget
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages
• Knowledge and experience in SAP & Kronos are an asset
• A broad understanding of computer‑aided processing and packaging equipment
• Excellent in diagnosing and problem solving and spatial relations ability
• Food industry or high‑speed packaging experience
• PLC training and experience an asset
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• High level of self‑motivation and initiative

Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. We support employment equity and strive to embed diversity and inclusion in our operations. Candidates from all horizons, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships are available on request for candidates during all aspects of the selection process.