For our client, a multinational in the packaging industry employing over 30,000 people worldwide, we are currently seeking a Day Shift Maintenance Supervisor.

Reporting to the Maintenance Director, the Day Shift Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for managing a team of 9 maintenance personnel, ensuring the safe execution of tasks, and overseeing the daily planning of various maintenance and repair operations. The supervisor will also contribute to the development of a preventive maintenance program and lead the team in both preventive and corrective interventions on equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures (OHS) for all team members;
• Manage the daily and weekly scheduling of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks;
• Evaluate team members in collaboration with the Maintenance Director;
• Contribute to the professional development of the maintenance team;
• Ensure maintenance staff are properly trained, equipped, and motivated to carry out maintenance activities safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively;
• Address employee-related issues and participate in disciplinary meetings as needed;
• Implement specific KPIs to assess staff performance;
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and resolve any issues that may arise;
• Conduct daily floor inspections;
• Be present on machinery during extended downtime;
• Collaborate with the production team to optimize equipment efficiency;
• Audit staff to ensure compliance with OHS regulations;
• Be available to respond to emergencies at any time;
• Apply and enforce the terms of the current collective agreement;
• Participate in any project aimed at improving maintenance department operations;
• Be available to work weekends if needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or any combination of education and experience deemed relevant;
• Three to five years of experience supervising a maintenance team in a unionized environment;
• Experience in preventive maintenance planning;
• Experience in the packaging, paper, or cardboard industry is a strong asset;
• Strong communication and coaching skills;
• Good knowledge of both French and English, spoken and written.

Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package and a full range of benefits reflecting the standards of a multinational company.

Please send your application in full confidentiality to Benoit Charlebois, Executive Recruitment Consultant, at Benoit@bcrh.ca.

BC Human Resources is committed to employment equity and supports an equal access employment program. Only selected candidates will be contacted.