Acara is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor with our client in Langley, BC.
Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000Location: Langley, BC Duration: Direct Placement Shift: 5:30am- 2:30pm Sun- Thursday
Key Responsibilities:

• The Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for the overall supervision of millwrights and electricians in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Ensure employee safety and overall compliance to the OHSA.
• This position requires initiative, leadership, excellent communication skills, and confidence regarding your technical and organizational talents.
• Ensure the efficient operation of plant equipment and services, involving cost control, safety, and product quality.
• Understand production requirements and day-to-day equipment operating issues by ensuring open and effective communications with all other departments. (This may require you to work several production shifts)
• Responsible for scheduling work orders in Maximo, assessing employee training needs and performance.
• Develop, lead and maintain capable and effective employees in all areas of the maintenance function.
• Maintain a positive union and employee relations environment.
• Continuously improve the preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime and improve overall maintenance costs.
• Oversee and direct plant projects that involve our own employees or outside contractors
• Effectively handle employee issues including in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Assist with the implementation of capital projects.
• Plan and implement PM's on equipment as required.
• Must be knowledgeable and be able to follow GMPs, Food Safety and Health & Safety requirements

Experience & Education

• The ideal candidate should have a trade certification as a Licensed Millwright or Licensed Electrician
• Preference will be given to candidates with a post-secondary education or equivalent
• A minimum of 3+ years as a maintenance supervisor experienced in a unionized, strongly automated, fast paced manufacturing facility.
• Food, beverage or packaged goods industry is a definite asset.
• Competence in PLC for troubleshooting and programming change would be an asset.
• Sound knowledge of OHSA.
• Proven track record of compliance and continuous improvement in improving safety in the workplace.
• Ability to train Direct Reports.
• Excellent knowledge of troubleshooting, adjusting or repairing of equipment.
• Working knowledge of work orders and preventative maintenance.
• Experience with food processing, CFIA, HACCP, Continuous Improvement Process, Six Sigma would be an asset.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as project management skills.
• Ability to develop, and foster a results-driven team.
• Experience in working with operational budgets.
• Knowledge of MS Office.
• Flexibility to work alternating shifts including weekends and holidays.

Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to your personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities within our organization.
Innovation: Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.
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Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.