Job Title or Location

Maintenance Supervisor

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd - 50 Jobs
Whitby, ON
Posted 3 days ago
Job Details:
Full-time
Management

We are looking for a Maintenance Supervisor for our Whitby Mill facility at the Whitby location. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this position provides direction and leadership for the Maintenance Department to ensure the safe and optimal performance of all equipment and that quality output meets or exceeds both short and long term objectives.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direction to ensure specific safety rules, housekeeping, pro-active accident prevention and conscious safety behaviours are adhered to and enforced if necessary
  • Conduct monthly safety/crew meetings and ensure employees receive necessary training to perform their jobs in a safe manner
  • Lead and control skilled labour and work crews engaged in all mechanical activities concerned with the operation of the mill
  • Ability to optimize resources (manpower, equipment and materials) to ensure efficient and timely completion of work
  • Able to demonstrate good organizational skills, following policies, procedures and work practices and developing improvements when necessary
  • Competent in reading and understanding specifications, drawings and all other forms of related documentation and have some understanding of a CMMS system
  • Command respect of his workforce, and develop excellent working relationships with all other department personnel
  • Must be a good communicator. Able to give instructions in an efficient and effective way to his workforce. Communicate with other discipline supervisor's to ensure the optimum utilization of available resources with the overall objective of job completion
  • Ensure smooth production operations by determining work priorities and scheduling repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools and equipment, scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results
  • Direct maintenance operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operation, and personnel policies
  • Resolve maintenance problems by conferring with management, engineering, and quality control personnel
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, projects and other duties
  • Responsible for managing mechanical budget
  • Perform other tasks or jobs as required

Requirements:

  • Must have 5 years' experience in Pulp and Paper or a related manufacturing environment
  • Must have a minimum of 3 to 5 years supervisory experience
  • Must be familiar with heavy rotating equipment in a continuous manufacturing setting
  • Must be familiar with centrifugal pumps and pumping systems
  • Must have previous knowledge of bearings, bearing mounting and lubrication system
  • Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Knowledge of papermaking and stock preparation equipment and processes
  • Familiar with common safety practices in the industrial field, such as lockouts, confined space entry, WHMIS, etc.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Very good interpersonal skills, problem solving skills, and leadership abilities

Competencies:

Customer Focus - Personally demonstrates that external and internal customers are a high priority. Identifies customer needs and expectations and responds to them in a timely and effective manner. Anticipates and prevents delays or other things that can adversely affect the customer. Keeps customers informed about the status of pending actions and audits customer satisfaction with products or services.

Decision Quality - Gathers enough information to allow a pragmatic assessment of risks and benefits of alternative approaches in any decision. Stays focused on objectives and considers both the short-term and longer-term impact of decisions and keeps objectives in mind throughout the process. Communicates the impact and implications of decisions. Completes the appropriate level of due diligence required to make a quick, accurate decision.

Drive for Results - Achieves results within established timelines. Understands and demonstrates that intentions, activities and results are not the same. Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; does not give up after finishing, even in the face of resistance or setbacks; consistently challenges self and others for results.

Leadership - The expectation of leadership is not reserved solely for only those who are in positions of authority, but from all employees. They demonstrate high integrity and are motivated by wanting to make a real difference to people by delivering a high quality service for their customer and the organization. In positions of authority they invest in development for the right people and identify and develop future leaders, and coach and provide candid feedback to others. They are visible and they model behaviours, competencies and values expected and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks and projects.

Teamwork - Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to fulfill any commitments made to others on the team. Ensures the right stakeholders are informed and involved where necessary. Is ready to “roll up their sleeves” as necessary.

Think and Act like an owner - Thinks and cares about the organization like an owner. Commits to and upholds organizational values, and core behaviours even under difficult circumstances. Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and dedication to the success of the organization. Takes appropriate risks, holds self and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results and openly raises a challenge even if others don't.

Atlantic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Share This Job: