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Maintenance Manager
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What We Offer
Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan Employee & family assistance program RRSP matching program Health & Wellness reimbursements Product purchase program Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development Relocation cost (if applicable) $107,887 - $153,850 ( please note that this is an estimate and actual pay will vary depending on experience, qualifications, and professional certifications. )
Asset & Maintenance Excellence: Ensure physical assets are properly maintained and upgraded, with effective inventory control to optimize reliability and cost. Strategic & Financial Accountability: Lead maintenance and CHP budgeting, cost management, and long‑range planning while meeting spend and performance targets.
Maintenance Strategy & Reliability: Drive efficient maintenance strategies and audit work quality to continuously improve asset reliability and effectiveness. Leadership & Talent Development: Lead, coach, and mentor Maintenance and CHP teams with clear expectations, KPIs, goals, and development plans. Safety Leadership & Culture: Role model safety standards, enforce procedures, promote a compassionate and autonomous safety culture, and support JHSC commitments.
Continuous Improvement Leadership: Champion CI initiatives, standardize work processes, and embed accountability for sustaining improvements across the plant. Operational Readiness & Growth: Anticipate and address challenges related to plant start‑ups and expansions to ensure operational success. Employee Engagement & Morale: Create pathways for engagement, build strong employee relations, and foster a positive, high‑performance team environment.
Communication & Influence: Communicate effectively across functions and with senior leadership, reporting results, risks, gaps, and improvement plans. Training & Capability Building: Identify skill gaps, develop training plans, ensure knowledge transfer, and strengthen overall team capability. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and/or technical leadership experience in paper or similar industry.
7-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience working in tissue/paper manufacturing is an asset. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems. Demonstrated commitment to employee health and safety while maintaining a strong customer and consumer focus. Proven ability to lead and coach maintenance/facilities teams, build strong cross-functional relationships, and work effectively across all levels of the organization.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence presenting to senior leadership. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and independent working abilities, thriving in fast-paced environments with multiple priorities. Passion for continuous improvement, with experience in budgeting, strategic planning, and business execution.
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