Maintenance Lead at Cyclic Materials
Kingston, ON K7P 2Y4, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Nov, 25

Salary

19.8

Posted On

08 Aug, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Industrial Maintenance, Ged, Technical Training, Hydraulics, Gearboxes, Welding, Analytical Skills, Mechanical Systems, Teamwork, Pneumatics

Industry

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Description

Cyclic Materials is one of the most exciting cleantech companies in North America.
We are addressing environmental, geopolitical, and supply chain challenges by recovering rare earth elements and other valuable materials from many products of the modern world. We provide the market with a secure and regional supply of metals critical to the energy transition, and do so in an ethical, economically viable, and sustainable way.
With the global market for magnet rare earth elements forecast to increase dramatically by 2030, establishing new sources of these critical elements will be vital to support the electrification of transportation and energy across Canada, North America, and around the world. Cyclic Materials is positioned to be a key player in developing a circular economy to support the energy transition.
We are a passionate, driven group of people who bring a dedication to the entrepreneurial spirit paired with a desire to make a meaningful positive impact on the planet. Cyclic Materials believes in fostering a culture of respect and support across all our stakeholders.
Join our team and help build a global recycling cleantech company!

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 433A Industrial Millwright license Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical training in electrical or mechanical systems, or relevant certifications preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a metal recycling or manufacturing environment.
  • Forklift certification is must
  • Ability to travel to USA for job-related training as required.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

Technical:

  • Strong understanding and demonstrated experience with mechanical systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, motors, etc.).
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and schematics.
  • Demonstrated experience in welding, fabrication, and other machining processes is an asset.
  • Understanding basic electrical troubleshooting activities, motor control systems, PLCs, and VFDs.

Safety Awareness:

  • Knowledge of safety standards and procedures (OSHA, NFPA 70E, etc.) for industrial operations.

Problem-Solving:

  • Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently.

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, including lifting heavy objects, standing for extended periods, and working in confined spaces.

Teamwork:

  • Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues across departments.
Responsibilities

Preproduction Activities include:

  • Assist in installation of equipment
  • Define equipment PM requirements
  • Assist in defining spare parts requirements
  • Set-up of Maintenance shop
  • Assist in defining work order system requirements
  • Assist in writing SOPs and Maintenance work permits
  • May assist in completion of Functional Acceptance Tests of equipment
  • Complete preproduction training

Postproduction activities include:

  • Lead and instruct maintenance staff
  • Manage spare parts to ensure parts are available for optimum plant reliability
  • Work on the tools required to help maintenance staff in breakdown recovery and planned maintenance activities.
  • Organize and manage contractor activities as required
  • Issue Work Permits as required, and work with site admin to ensure proper tracking
  • Collaborate with engineering and site administration to: Manage the maintenance PM plan and maintain the work order tracking system
  • Install, assemble, and maintain machinery such as pumps, agitators, shredders, · crushers, milling equipment and other mechanical systems used in industry
  • Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment to minimize downtime and prevent major failures.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues, including motors, gearboxes, bearings, and hydraulic systems.
  • Provide troubleshooting support to diagnose and resolve issues related to both mechanical and electrical failures.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools and test equipment to assess equipment performance and identify the root cause of malfunctions.
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