Maintenance Lead - Feversham - NEW ANNUAL LOYALTY BONUS

Job summary

The Maintenance Lead provides day-to-day leadership, coaching, and technical support to the maintenance team while ensuring equipment reliability. They are responsible for troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, coordinating maintenance priorities, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Job details

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into innovative solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do. We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization. If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move. Maintenance Lead Feversham, ON Ice River Sustainable Solutions is looking for an experienced Maintenance Lead to join our Maintenance team in Feversham. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, this straight day shift leadership role is ideal for a licensed trades professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading by example. Whether supporting our high-speed bottling operation or our plastics manufacturing business, you'll play a key role in maximizing equipment reliability, developing maintenance talent, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. If you're a hands-on leader with strong troubleshooting skills, a passion for coaching others, and the ability to keep production running safely and efficiently, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and technical support to the maintenance team Lead by example while promoting a strong safety-first culture Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated equipment Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability Coordinate maintenance priorities to minimize downtime and support production requirements Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and equipment upgrades Repair, install, align, dismantle, and relocate production equipment as required Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS software Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with Health & Safety and Lockout/Tagout procedures Participate in an on-call rotation as required What We're Looking For Valid Certificate of Qualification as a 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) or 309A/442A Electrician Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment Experience supporting high-speed packaging equipment is required; bottling experience is strongly preferred Minimum 2 years of experience leading, mentoring, or coordinating maintenance teams Strong electrical, PLC, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills Experience using CMMS / preventative maintenance software Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Committed to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement What We Offer At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we recognize the value experienced maintenance professionals bring to our operation. That's why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward both your technical expertise and your long-term commitment. Compensation Starting wage of $46.75/hour NEW! $10,000 Annual Maintenance Loyalty Bonus for Maintenance Leads Overtime opportunities Benefits & Perks Company-paid Life Insurance Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits RRSP Company Matching Program Paid training and continuous skills development Company-provided uniforms Safety shoe allowance Employee Referral Program Work Environment Straight day shift Stable, full-time permanent employment Modern manufacturing facility with advanced equipment and automation Clean and safety-focused workplace Collaborative maintenance team with opportunities to mentor and develop others Growing organization committed to sustainability and operational excellence If you're looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your maintenance leadership career while working alongside a highly skilled team in a modern manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply. Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons. Note to Recruiting Agencies: Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment.

What you’ll do

The Maintenance Lead provides day-to-day leadership, coaching, and technical support to the maintenance team while ensuring equipment reliability. They are responsible for troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, coordinating maintenance priorities, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid 433A Industrial Mechanic or 309A/442A Electrician certificate and possess at least 5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience. Proven experience in leading teams and troubleshooting high-speed packaging equipment is required.

Benefits

• Life insurance • Health benefits • Dental benefits • RRSP company matching program • Paid training • Skills development • Company-provided uniforms • Safety shoe allowance • Employee referral program • Annual maintenance loyalty bonus • Line efficiency bonus program

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Industrial maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• PLC
• Mechanical repair
• Electrical repair
• Pneumatic systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Preventive maintenance
• Predictive maintenance
• Team leadership
• Mentoring
• Blueprint reading
• CMMS software
• Continuous improvement
• Safety compliance
• Lockout/tagout
• Maintenance Coordination
• Lock Out / Tag Out
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Organizational Skills
• Equipment Upgrade Implementation
• Technical Support
• Automation
• Blueprinting
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Training And Development
• Packaging And Labeling
• Leadership
• Hydraulics
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Preventive Maintenance
• Mentorship
• Operational Excellence
• Predictive Maintenance
• Production Equipment
• Coaching
• Team Leadership
• Technical Drawing
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Reliability
• Prioritization
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Loyalty Manager
• Maintenance Supervisor
• Mechanical Engineering Technicians
• First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers