Maintenance Supervisor – Afternoon Shift

Ventura Foods

. Provide leadership and technical guidance to optimize plant equipment performance .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in optimizing plant equipment performance through effective leadership and technical guidance, with a strong focus on compliance with cGMPs and safety standards. Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, managing maintenance operations, and developing training programs for technicians and operators.

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Supervisory ExperienceFood Manufacturing ExperienceEngineering Degree/DiplomaPLC Programming KnowledgeMillwright Certification

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Hard Skills

Mechanical TroubleshootingElectrical TroubleshootingCMMS PrinciplesEquipment MaintenanceTechnical Problem-SolvingChangeover ProceduresOPEX InitiativesSafety ComplianceTraining DevelopmentInventory Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeam CoordinationProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

PLC/HMI SystemsMachine ToolsHand ToolsPowerPointExcelWord

Certifications & Qualifications

Millwright CertificationElectrical License

Industry Keywords

CGMPFood ManufacturingPackaging EquipmentProcessing EquipmentPreventative MaintenanceEH&S ActivitiesRisk AssessmentsOperational EfficiencyChangeover SheetsFactory Acceptance Tests

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership and technical guidance to optimize plant equipment performance
Supervise the Maintenance team
Coordinate facilities and maintenance planning and scheduling
Develop technician and operator training needs, materials, matrices, and training sessions
Develop and implement long-term technical problem-solving strategies
Coordinate technical resources and assign priorities based on operational and business needs
Monitor compliance with cGMPs, safety, housekeeping guidelines, and SOPs
Communicate issues, root causes, and corrective actions across all shifts
Control repair and maintenance spending within the department budget
Manage on-site contractors and ensure compliance with site safety rules
Ensure timely and correct equipment set-ups, changeovers, and repairs
Develop and maintain changeover sheets, start-up checklists, procedures, certification programs, and training
Review and implement improvements to operations, autonomous maintenance, and maintenance activities
Troubleshoot packaging, processing, plant support, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, PLC/HMI, sensor, vision, and thermal printer systems
Maintain accurate equipment spare-parts and change-parts inventory
Identify and purchase replacement equipment components
Review equipment reliability and recommend improvements
Lead and support OPEX and preventative maintenance initiatives
Implement equipment design upgrades to improve efficiency and reliability
Participate in new equipment launches, specifications, acceptance protocols, factory acceptance tests, commissioning, start-up, and installation
Identify and resolve safety concerns, conduct risk and hazard assessments, and participate in PSR and EH&S activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 3–5 years supervisory experience
Experience in Food Manufacturing facilities
Engineering degree/diploma or equivalent maintenance experience
Millwright certification or Electrical License an asset
Familiarity with processing and packaging equipment
Broad engineering and/or maintenance background in manufacturing, filling and packaging environment
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting methods
Knowledge of using machine tools and hand tools safely and correctly
Working knowledge of PLCs and PLC programming
Knowledge of CMMS principles of operation
Knowledge of safety responsibilities and legal/company procedures
Strong computer skills, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Ability to work typical 8–12 hour shifts, additional unscheduled hours, and weekends as required
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required
Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and occasional lifting/moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings options
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
On-the-job training
Career growth opportunities
Competitive compensation and benefits
Safe work environment
Personal protective equipment provided/required as applicable