About the role
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance programs. The ideal candidate must be results-driven and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Job Purpose and Duties
- Responsible for the development and implementation of plant maintenance budget activities.
- Responsible for ensuring all chemicals, lubricants, etc. entering the facility meet food safety guidelines.
- Directs the maintenance team on repairs necessary to ensure safe food manufacturing practices are met.
- Ensure complete and accurate records related to all GMP and HACCP activities are maintained including documentation of amendments to the Programs.
- Ensures periodic inspections of equipment and systems are completed to observe operating condition and need for repair or adjustment.
- Supervises repairs/projects carried out by Contractors and ensures the quality of their work and their adherence to deadlines through rigorous follow-ups.
- Enforces the company’s current policies and procedures and the occupational health and safety program, in accordance with all applicable legislation and regulations.
- Recognize, support and commit to the facility food safety and quality assurance program.
- Responsible for managing 3 shifts of maintenance employees.
- Maintaining programs including LOTO, Safeguarding, Work Orders, etc.
- Oversees all preventative maintenance programs to ensure smooth running of the manufacturing process through the use of the computerized maintenance management system.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- A Red Seal Millwright license with extensive experience OR a mechanical engineer/engineering technician with 5-10 years of previous experience.
- Ability to manage capital projects and daily maintenance activity.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Flexible schedule to meet plant requirements.
- Basic knowledge of food safety.
ABOUT US
Sofina Foods is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Recruitment Team at hr@exceldor.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are looking for full-time work near Hanover, please submit your resume through indeed.
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated tools to make decisions about your application
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
**Each of us at has a single purpose :**excelling in the poultry industry. Every day. And at every level.
Not the right fit? Search for Maintenance jobs in Hanover, ON
About Sofina Foods
Sofina Foods is one of Canada's leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for both retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products. Our family of brands include: Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher's, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam. We are also the exclusive distributor of Italy’s finest Rio Mare, Lavazza and San Benedetto products in Canada.
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About the role
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance programs. The ideal candidate must be results-driven and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Job Purpose and Duties
- Responsible for the development and implementation of plant maintenance budget activities.
- Responsible for ensuring all chemicals, lubricants, etc. entering the facility meet food safety guidelines.
- Directs the maintenance team on repairs necessary to ensure safe food manufacturing practices are met.
- Ensure complete and accurate records related to all GMP and HACCP activities are maintained including documentation of amendments to the Programs.
- Ensures periodic inspections of equipment and systems are completed to observe operating condition and need for repair or adjustment.
- Supervises repairs/projects carried out by Contractors and ensures the quality of their work and their adherence to deadlines through rigorous follow-ups.
- Enforces the company’s current policies and procedures and the occupational health and safety program, in accordance with all applicable legislation and regulations.
- Recognize, support and commit to the facility food safety and quality assurance program.
- Responsible for managing 3 shifts of maintenance employees.
- Maintaining programs including LOTO, Safeguarding, Work Orders, etc.
- Oversees all preventative maintenance programs to ensure smooth running of the manufacturing process through the use of the computerized maintenance management system.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- A Red Seal Millwright license with extensive experience OR a mechanical engineer/engineering technician with 5-10 years of previous experience.
- Ability to manage capital projects and daily maintenance activity.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Flexible schedule to meet plant requirements.
- Basic knowledge of food safety.
ABOUT US
Sofina Foods is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Recruitment Team at hr@exceldor.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are looking for full-time work near Hanover, please submit your resume through indeed.
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated tools to make decisions about your application
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
**Each of us at has a single purpose :**excelling in the poultry industry. Every day. And at every level.
Not the right fit? Search for Maintenance jobs in Hanover, ON
About Sofina Foods
Sofina Foods is one of Canada's leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for both retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products. Our family of brands include: Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher's, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam. We are also the exclusive distributor of Italy’s finest Rio Mare, Lavazza and San Benedetto products in Canada.