Job Description
At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
Salary: $85,++0 - $112,860
Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.
Overview of the role:
Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role supervises maintenance activities, including the repair, maintenance, and installation of machinery and equipment. It ensures compliance with safety, quality, and food safety standards and regulations while maintaining productivity.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to supervising, coaching, scheduling, task and labor management, and enhancing team skills through methods like coaching, directing and communicating.
The Maintenance Supervisor also collaborates with various departments to ensure effective maintenance operations and supports the supply chain specialist with inventory and procurement processes. Verifying assigned maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner, ensuring quality work is also accomplished.
We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:
Vacation upon hire
Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
Group retirement plan with employer contribution
Employee family assistance program for employees and their families
Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
Paid Maternity/Parental Leave program
Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
Training and development programs
Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
Organized activities for employees and their families
How you will make contributions that matter:
Lead and coach maintenance teams by fostering proactive communication, enhancing employee engagement, managing disciplinary actions, encouraging participation, providing individualized feedback, and conducting performance appraisals. Utilize, review, and maintain the computerized maintenance system for tasks, requests, and parts inventory control.
Assist the Plant Manager in preparing the department budget, monitoring expenditures, and compiling expenditure reports while identifying stock deficiencies.
Support the maintenance department by providing expert guidance, acting as a liaison between Production, Quality Control, and other departments. Verify task completion and ensure work meets quality standards.
Utilize Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) techniques and optimize preventative maintenance while analyzing critical equipment failures and recommending improvements.
Coordinate with maintenance coordinators for routine parts purchases and task assignments. Assess on-demand work requests for consistency with current and future requirements in designated areas.
Ensure compliance with CFIA and audit expectations during maintenance tasks, adhering to food safety standards and enforcing safe work regulatory requirements.
Promote safe working conditions and ensure all maintenance team members understand and follow safe work procedures.
Provide shift reports and communicate equipment and job statuses to relevant personnel and departments to foster a collaborative approach.
Manage, develop, and mentor employees by leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) processes for recurring issues.
Enhance departmental performance, productivity, and cost control by identifying recurring problems and preparing preventative and scheduled work orders within a determined timeframe.
Conduct trend analysis, tracking, and forecasting to determine the lifecycle of equipment and parts.
Perform administrative functions as required and carry out any additional duties as assigned.
You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
Post-secondary Diploma or degree in a related field or trade certification (millwright or electrician preferred)
Three or more years of verifiable maintenance supervision or management experience within a manufacturing environment is a requirement
Technical knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (SAP or Fiix is preferred)
Efficient with MS Office and computer proficiency include knowledge on PLC logic is required
Highly organized with strong analytical, coordination and communication skills
Is comfortable working independently and with a team, with the ability to be flexible
Proficient and dependable in current position, high level troubleshooter and analytical skills
Available to work a flexible work schedule including weekends
This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!
In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf , and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. (collectively, “Saputo”) on Saputo's web site are subject to specific job skill requirements. The job skill requirements, qualifications, and preferred experience are determined by a Saputo subsidiary, office or department, and all positions are subject to local prevailing employment laws and restrictions. This would include immigration laws pertaining to work authorization requirements and any other applicable government permissions or compliance. The materials on this site are provided without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information contained on this site or in any referenced links. While Saputo attempts to update this site on a timely basis, the information is effective only as of the time and date of posting. Strict confidentiality will be observed at all times. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.
Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Salary: $85,++0 - $112,860
Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.
Overview of the role:
Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role supervises maintenance activities, including the repair, maintenance, and installation of machinery and equipment. It ensures compliance with safety, quality, and food safety standards and regulations while maintaining productivity.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to supervising, coaching, scheduling, task and labor management, and enhancing team skills through methods like coaching, directing and communicating.
The Maintenance Supervisor also collaborates with various departments to ensure effective maintenance operations and supports the supply chain specialist with inventory and procurement processes. Verifying assigned maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner, ensuring quality work is also accomplished.
We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:
Vacation upon hire
Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
Group retirement plan with employer contribution
Employee family assistance program for employees and their families
Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
Paid Maternity/Parental Leave program
Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
Training and development programs
Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
Organized activities for employees and their families
How you will make contributions that matter:
Lead and coach maintenance teams by fostering proactive communication, enhancing employee engagement, managing disciplinary actions, encouraging participation, providing individualized feedback, and conducting performance appraisals. Utilize, review, and maintain the computerized maintenance system for tasks, requests, and parts inventory control.
Assist the Plant Manager in preparing the department budget, monitoring expenditures, and compiling expenditure reports while identifying stock deficiencies.
Support the maintenance department by providing expert guidance, acting as a liaison between Production, Quality Control, and other departments. Verify task completion and ensure work meets quality standards.
Utilize Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) techniques and optimize preventative maintenance while analyzing critical equipment failures and recommending improvements.
Coordinate with maintenance coordinators for routine parts purchases and task assignments. Assess on-demand work requests for consistency with current and future requirements in designated areas.
Ensure compliance with CFIA and audit expectations during maintenance tasks, adhering to food safety standards and enforcing safe work regulatory requirements.
Promote safe working conditions and ensure all maintenance team members understand and follow safe work procedures.
Provide shift reports and communicate equipment and job statuses to relevant personnel and departments to foster a collaborative approach.
Manage, develop, and mentor employees by leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) processes for recurring issues.
Enhance departmental performance, productivity, and cost control by identifying recurring problems and preparing preventative and scheduled work orders within a determined timeframe.
Conduct trend analysis, tracking, and forecasting to determine the lifecycle of equipment and parts.
Perform administrative functions as required and carry out any additional duties as assigned.
You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
Post-secondary Diploma or degree in a related field or trade certification (millwright or electrician preferred)
Three or more years of verifiable maintenance supervision or management experience within a manufacturing environment is a requirement
Technical knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (SAP or Fiix is preferred)
Efficient with MS Office and computer proficiency include knowledge on PLC logic is required
Highly organized with strong analytical, coordination and communication skills
Is comfortable working independently and with a team, with the ability to be flexible
Proficient and dependable in current position, high level troubleshooter and analytical skills
Available to work a flexible work schedule including weekends
This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!
In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf , and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. (collectively, “Saputo”) on Saputo's web site are subject to specific job skill requirements. The job skill requirements, qualifications, and preferred experience are determined by a Saputo subsidiary, office or department, and all positions are subject to local prevailing employment laws and restrictions. This would include immigration laws pertaining to work authorization requirements and any other applicable government permissions or compliance. The materials on this site are provided without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information contained on this site or in any referenced links. While Saputo attempts to update this site on a timely basis, the information is effective only as of the time and date of posting. Strict confidentiality will be observed at all times. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.
Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Maintenance Supervisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Manufacturing Jobs sector. This role in Mount Pearl offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Manufacturing Jobs is a plus.
