Maintenance Manager

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Requisition I D: 913751 Store #: EC0007 ESS - TOR Lab Oper Dept-TOROPM

Position: Full-Time

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If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray‑Bans, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in‑class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, Lens Crafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting‑edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

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The Maintenance Manager leads all preventive and corrective maintenance activities for production equipment, facility systems, and infrastructure in a fast‑paced optical manufacturing environment. Combining technical expertise with strategic leadership, the role ensures equipment reliability, safety, and minimal downtime. This role leads maintenance operations, resolving complex technical issues and ensuring compliant planning and contractor oversight.

• Lead and oversee all maintenance operations related to automated production equipment, facility systems, and industrial processes required for lens manufacturing.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance program, aligned to standardized schedules and equipment performance benchmarks.
• Establish and manage an equipment and spare parts program, including inventory control, cost tracking, and procurement planning.
• Ensure all machinery operates within defined mechanical and operational parameters, taking corrective actions as needed to prevent downtime.
• Leverage CMMS tools (e.g., SAP, ELMA, Oracle) to plan, schedule, and document maintenance activities, analyze equipment performance, and support data‑driven decision making.
• Supervise and develop a high‑performing maintenance team, providing coaching, technical training, and growth opportunities.
• Ensure effective coordination with internal stakeholders and external contractors to maintain quality of support services.
• Maintain full compliance with Essilor Luxottica’s safety and quality standards, as well as local, provincial, and federal regulations.
• Lead the development and management of the maintenance budget, including capital investment planning.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing team to negotiate supplier contracts and manage vendor performance.
• Continuously identify and implement technical improvements to equipment and infrastructure that enhance reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Review and validate maintenance specifications, service agreements, and subcontracting contracts.

• Valid 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) or 442A Industrial Electrician license in Ontario is required prior to the start date. Candidates with equivalent out‑of‑province certification must complete Ontario licensing requirements before hire.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment working with automated industrial machinery.
• Proven ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, PLC, and PC‑based systems.
• Strong ability…