Maintenance Supervisor - Day Shift Continental

Maintenance Supervisor - Day Shift Continental

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Reporting to Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the overall maintenance of the facility and directing, supervising and coordinating activities among the maintenance team.

Conestoga Meats is a leader in the meat industry, known for innovation and a forward‑thinking approach. We prioritize our employees, safety, and the use of automation. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility sets us apart from others in the field. As we continue to grow and expand, we look forward to many exciting developments ahead. Join us and be part of a company that values excellence and progress!

• Growing company with opportunity to grow with team and department
• Stable full‑time hours; no rotating shifts
• Employee referral bonus program (minimum $300 per hire)
• Competitive benefits package for you and your family at 3 months of service
• Pension plan and company matching at 1 year of service
• Floater day given on top of vacation days
• Diverse workforce; translation of communication materials into 8 languages
• Discounts on quality pork products
• Employee assistance program (financial assistance, mental health resources)
• Social Committee events (food trucks, gifts, games)
• BBQ's and wellness programs
• On‑site training and company provided equipment
• Employee scholarship program and English courses

• Responsible to manage and direct all maintenance employees in day‑to‑day activities in accordance with the principles of CMP's core values
• Responsible for conducting and issuing performance reviews; identifies training needs within the department; provides informal feedback; provides ongoing communication through daily meetings
• Ensures all legislative training requirements are maintained
• Responsible for monitoring attendance and reviewing and authorizing weekly payroll
• Assists and supports employees with any issues or concerns
• Responsible for issuing discipline as required
• Assign and distribute weekly/daily preventative maintenance work orders
• Evaluate existing and potential suppliers
• Actively participate in plant audits (Safety & HACCP) to ensure maintenance activities are compliant
• Achieves financial objectives by monitoring results, analysing results and initiating corrective actions
• Promotes continuous improvement and identifies cost reduction/savings opportunities
• Maintains safety standards of equipment and work area
• Plans and directs the efficient utilization of all equipment and manpower
• Follows and complies with all operational procedures and policies
• Ensures compliance with all health & safety policies within the department; conducts accident investigations; identifies and reports hazards in the workplace; actively works to prevent accidents, injuries with the workplace
• Ensures compliance with all GMP's, HACCP and CFIA procedures

• Attend company required training
• Remain current with technical knowledge in areas of responsibility
• Attend regular 1:1 coaching/update sessions

• Ontario Certificate of Qualification in the required field (Millwright or Electrician)
• Minimum 3-5 years related technical manufacturing experience, preferably within the meat processing industry
• Minimum 3-5 years related supervisory experience
• Ability to be flexible in hours of work in order to meet internal/external customer requirements including overtime
• Ability to uphold and maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both written and verbally, to all levels of the organization
• Personal value set that supports Conestoga's Company values
• Strong interpersonal skills and team orientation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities, within identified time constraints, to achieve results

• Noise levels may exceed 85 DbA (hearing protection is provided)
• Cold environment
• Working in close proximity of knives
• Working in congested and high forklift traffic areas
• Some areas may have odours