Maintenance Supervisor

at  Ice River Sustainable Solutions

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, our employees have incredible opportunities to work for an organization that is known for our forward-thinking innovation and eco-friendly design in products and packaging.
Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and encourages learning and development to support internal career advancement opportunities. We are problem solvers who find fulfillment and reward in making impossible possible. We are hands-on, focused, and committed to always being a part of something bigger.
If you are creative, passionate and enjoy working in a collaborative environment we would like to hear from you.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for providing overall mechanical and electrical support to the production group in the areas of plastics processing to ensure continuous operations.
The Maintenance Supervisor oversees the maintenance and repair of all machinery and equipment within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures that all maintenance tasks are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. The supervisor is responsible for leading a team of maintenance technicians, scheduling maintenance activities.

EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years mechanical experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment with at least 2 years in a supervisory role within the plastics industry.
• 433A Millwright License or 309A/442A Electrical License would be an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possess strong electrical and PLC knowledge.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills and people skills.
• Good knowledge of preventative maintenance programs (CMMS).
• Ability to multi-task in a challenging environment under pressure.
• Exceptional knowledge of Health & Safety and Lockout Procedures.
• Working knowledge of MS Office software.
• Must pay attention to details with a customer service attitude.
• Strong collaborator with excellent problem-solving skills
• Possess a positive drive to assist all departments, as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Working at heights and in confined spaces may be required.
• Working conditions in certain areas can be wet, slippery and noisy.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, able to crouch, bend and kneel, as well as capable of heavy lifting and carrying.
• May involve exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, dust, fumes, or hazardous materials.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection and bump cap must be worn on the production floor.
  Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.
  Note to Recruiting Agencies
  Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment

• Oversees maintenance of highly automated manufacturing equipment and overall maintenance department.
• Supervise and lead a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training.
• Diagnose mechanical problems, provide quick & innovative solutions for mechanical equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills.
• Modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot diverse types of machinery, equipment, and facilities in the principles of mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal fabrication, machining, troubleshooting, and analytical problem solving.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on all production equipment and support equipment, following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, SOP’s, and work orders
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Identify opportunities for improving maintenance processes and implement best practices to enhance overall operational efficiency.
• Promptly respond to equipment related issues with a customer-oriented manner.
• Efficiently assist with changeovers and verify on required equipment.
• Cover for an absence of Shift Mechanic.
• Maintain a 70% presence on the production floor, monitoring employees and all equipment for safety, and quality risks.
• Filter, Generate and assign work orders to staff through scheduler.
• Monitor work order completion rates to assure 100% compliance.
• Measure hourly KPI’s of equipment performance to plan.
• Accountable for maintaining R&M CPU.
• Hold daily, weekly, and monthly meetings with team and other plant departments.
• Walk production line and facility to determine needs and prioritize.
• Oversees safety activities and monitors compliance within department.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
• Trains, coaches, and reviews performance of employees. Works with Plant Manager for employee discipline issues, terminations, and recruitment.
• Organize, monitor, and support OEM and contract groups during overhauls and repairs.
• Enter PO’s into Fiix and SAP as required.