Grand River Foods is a leading food solutions company serving customers in the North American grocery and food service industry. As a member of the Sunrise Farm family, we remain as dedicated as ever to both providing a quality work environment for our employees, as well as producing only the highest quality products for our customers. We are known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.
Position Summary: The Maintenance Manager ensures that Maintenance standards and its implementation process meet the established food quality and safety standards, ensuring that Maintenance guidelines are followed effectively and safely. Taking responsibility & making sure that the workers follow the guidelines related to GMP, adhering to safety, food safety and legislative guidelines. Working closely with Plant Production, the Maintenance Manager will monitor the supervision the crew to provide quick response to management requests related to the general performance and upkeep of the production machines and equipment.
VACANCY: Backfill
### POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage all maintenance procedures and crew activities to produce results that meet or exceed accepted quality, efficiency and safety standards, including maintaining CFIA ratings by meeting or exceeding CFIA regulations requirement for equipment and plant maintenance, while maintaining safety
Responsible for the monitoring and reporting of the weekly indicator reports and period objectives.
Ensure the completion of the maintenance plan by overseeing and advising on the establishment of priorities, the revision of schedules and the resolution of problems.
Assist in planning the annual plant wide operating Capital budgets.
Develop, direct, manage, train, and motivate Supervisors and employees by communicating job expectations, appraising job results, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees in conjunction with the Human Resource department.
Liaise with other departments on maintenance concerns and maintain strong relationships within and outside the organization.
Conduct monthly meeting with maintenance crew and report back to Plant Manager.
Provides input into matters on changes of food safety procedures, product quality and Quality Assurance related matters.
Participate in JHSC initiatives and follow established policies as outlined in the Health and Safety policies.
Supports the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of all Quality Systems.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
### REQUIRED SKILL, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven leadership, team building and interpersonal skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, co-workers and Managers.
Strong verbal and written as well as effective communication skills to lead, motivate, coach, mentor and resolve employee conflict.
Ability to accurately maintain detailed records.
Strong safety focus.
High Proficiency in MS Office.
Be able to work independently, as well as being a strong team player.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Have 3+ years related and/or Management experience.
Be able to work independently, as well as being a strong team player with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Possession of Diploma or post-secondary education with Technical Certificate preferred.
Intermediate Computer Skills in Microsoft Office (such as word, excel, outlook, charting and graphing).
Experience in a meat processing an asset
Be success-driven and have a “can do” attitude.
High degree of flexibility and adaptability to take up additional duties and cross-train.
Ability to assess and prioritize.
Occasional overtime and ability to work various shifts may be required.
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At Sunrise Farms we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Please note that the expected new hire salary range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sunrise Farms. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.
