Job Description

Joining Nortera Foods Inc. means joining a team that grows together!

As the North American leader of ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable foods.

Nortera Foods Inc. produces major private and retail brands and markets its own Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.

Why choose Nortera:

• Competitive salary with weekly pay cycle;
• Annual bonus program;
• Complete range of social benefits and employee assistance program (EAP);
• Possibly of contributing to an RPP with employer contributions;
• Reimbursement for tuition and physical activity;
• Environment that fosters learning and professional development;
• Opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!

Salary range: 100000 CAD to 120000 CAD

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, this role acts as liaison between internal and external business partners optimizing operational rate and preventative maintenance strategies with a strategic vision while adhering to established safety and quality procedures while striving to continually improve all facets of the business.

As a technical expert, the Maintenance Manager will be responsible and committed to respecting the values of the organization with a focus on continual improvement and operational excellence. Innovative and efficient, they will be responsible for the performance and financial results of operational activities related to equipment at the site. In addition, they will have to ensure the constant improvement of internal processes and team development with a focus on enhancing the capacities of equipment to meet production targets all while maintaining safe work practices.

THE ROLE:

• Lead, influence, motivate and liaise with team members and peers in a diverse working environment;
• Foster a culture of safety, food safety, and waste reduction; ensure objectives are met while continually optimizing strategic vision by analyzing, planning and implementing process improvements;
• Develop and manage preventive and routine maintenance programs to effectively minimize production downtime and improve equipment longevity;
• Oversee equipment stockroom / spare parts inventory levels;
• Conduct regular departmental tours and participate in meetings and safety inspections as needed;
• Oversee parts Inventory accuracy and department budget relative to efficient plant operations; addressing variances;
• Regularly assess performance of contractors and suppliers of goods and services;
• Oversee and identify building maintenance corrective measures and corrective actions follow-up;
• Monitor scheduling of team members to ensure proper staffing; identify staffing needs;
• Proactively support development and job transfers to support workforce planning.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Certification as, one or more of, a millwright, electrician, power engineer and 5 years of demonstrated experience as a maintenance manager is preferred;
• Alternatively, 7-10 years progressive experience in technical services (maintenance, electrical or power engineering);
• Required - post secondary education in a related discipline- or equivalent knowledge and experience;
• Influential leader who has demonstrated credibility within the food industry with the ability to design a successful operational team over a 7/24 operation;
• Experience with preventative and predictive maintenance along with sanitary design;
• Committed to servicing all customers in a safety oriented environment;
• Excellent interpersonal/listening skills in order to interact with a diverse workforce; a communicator with proven leadership abilities;
• Demonstrated occupational health & safety and food safety competency (hazard recognition, legislation, safety practices);
• Computer systems, Google and EAM experience;
• Innovative, resourceful with a continuous improvement mindset;
• Committed to personal and team development;
• Outgoing, visible, and approachable with the ability to inspire and influence others;
• Problem solver with the courage to lead change; resolve conflict; respected and respectful;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to support a 24/7 operation;
• Ability to work in an environment that has a great deal of urgency.

We’re looking for people like you!

Come grow with Nortera!

Although all job applications are considered, only successful applicants will be contacted. The use of masculine gender could have been used without discrimination and only for the purpose of lightening the text. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from a wide variety of candidates in order to staff a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities in which we operate.