Maintenance Manager in Acheson, Alberta at Supply Chain

At TCL Supply Chain, the Maintenance team recognizes that food safety starts with reliable engineering, precise temperature control, and sanitary equipment. We are committed to embedding Food Safety standards into our daily management of ammonia refrigeration systems, forklift maintenance, and all facility assets. By maximizing equipment utilization and up time, we ensure Operations always have the necessary, fully functional equipment to do their jobs safely and efficiently. Using our CMMS, we strictly track, schedule, and measure preventative maintenance to eliminate contamination risks and temperature abuse. We demand this same high standard through rigorous vendor management. Through continuous improvement, our technicians and contractors perform all duties in strict accordance with Food Safety Policies, applicable legislation.

Are you a solutions-focused leader who can provide direction and guidance to a team Maintenance professionals? Do you enjoy leading others while maintaining focus on safety, quality, and preventative maintenance? Do you feel that your skills of thinking outside the box and working across multiple teams, departments, etc. are in need of a new home?

If so, DHL Supply Chain has an opportunity for you.

Job Description

Manages the overall maintenance functions of the facility, including equipment maintenance. Ensure the facility and all production equipment operates safely within designed specifications while operating at the highest level of efficiency possible. This role is the linkage between operations and engineering to develop growth and process improvement. Keep abreast with the latest innovation and technology.

• Provide leadership and direction to the maintenance department in areas of : safety, sanitation, quality, customer service and preventative maintenance.
• Develop the maintenance department's long-term goals and assist in the continuous growth and progress of the company's short/long-term strategic plans.
• Create a positive working environment for all associates, support continuous improvement, employee empowerment, problem solving skills, increase technical knowledge level of staff, reinforce company philosophy, and policies while treating every individual with respect.
• Create a cohesive line of communication between the maintenance department and different plant/corporate departments.
• Assure all equipment, building, and company policies conform to all federal, state, and city regulatory agencies: OSHA, EPA, building codes.
• Actively search out and implement new solutions to improve equipment efficiency, change over, and associate safety.
• Develop and maintain all maintenance budgets including annual capital.
• Expand on all vendor and contractor relationships stressing quality, reliability, and competitive pricing.
• Verify and approve all Accounts Payable items ensuring authorized purchasing, proper documentation and GL coding.
• Maintain continuous communication with all departments to assure production priorities and shortfalls are addressed in a timely manner, to not impact customer service.
• Maintains tire bank for transportation equipment.
• Ensures proper preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown repair capability on all key equipment and systems. These systems may include: Forklifts, Yard Trucks, CMV Trucks, ATLS trailers, Dry Box Trailers, storage racks, pallet inverter, CNG and Diesel fueling stations, dock levelers, overhead doors, and any additional systems or equipment in the facility.
• Maintain adequate tools and spare parts inventory with cost effective justification
• Coordinates facility project work (cost, bidding, managing and scheduling as needed)
• Provides for off-hours emergency maintenance contact
• Conducts employee training (hazard communication programs, MSDS training, eyewash training, etc.) as required
• Inform facility manager of all maintenance, and safety concerns.
• Manage, track and control costs associated with maintenance of forklift/vehicle fleet to include PM and repair.
• Coordinate bidding and purchasing of equipment and maintenance parts

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree, required
• 5 years experience in operations management, required
• 5 years experience in equipment maintenance, required

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the safe operation of an ammonia refrigeration system.
• Responsible for ensuring daily checks on refrigeration equipment are complete.
• Responsible for the general maintenance, security, and grounds of the facility.
• Perform maintenance activities such as door repair, floor repairs, welding, and refrigeration knowledge to designated standards.
• Coordinate general sanitation, housekeeping, and cleaning operations.
• Safe operation of materials handling equipment and tools within the warehouse.
• Develop preventative maintenance programs along with programs to respond to unexpected or emergency situations.
• Oversee the preventative maintenance programs to minimize disruptions in warehouse operations.
• Monitor and adjust equipment to lower utility costs.
• Make recommendations on programs and equipment to improve efficiency and meet ongoing customer requirements.
• Provide unrestricted access and assistance to all regulating authorities in respect to systems and equipment.
• Operate in compliance with standard operating procedures and occupational safety policies.
• Tour the warehouse on a regular basis to ensure equipment and building is safe and supports warehouse activities.
• Maintain facility, safety and sanitation as priorities of the utmost importance.
• Manage and aid in training of all facility maintenance staff.
• Administer contracts and manage external vendors for specialized supplies and services.
• Plan, project, and actively manage the facility’s annual maintenance budget.
• Conduct performance reviews and build career development plans for direct reports.
• Remain effective, accurate, and efficient in all areas of maintenance duties.
• Operation of various warehouse management technology, including CMMS and Info-Link.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.
• The role requires daily, in-person attendance, to support team collaboration and operational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum; 2-4 years’ experience in an ammonia refrigeration operation
• 4th Class Power Engineer, Millwright, electrical, Mechanical and/or welding experience is an asset;
• Knowledge of appropriate safety and health regulations and ABSA
• Knowledge of creating and managing department operating budgets and capital proposals
• Demonstrated ability to use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Experience implementing and directing predictive and preventive maintenance PM programs rather than just reactive repairs
• Experience overseeing facility upgrades and managing external vendor/contractor relationships
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts as required. And respond to afterhours call outs
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while adhering to policies and procedures
• Knowledge of proper maintenance quality standards and procedures, storage temperature requirements of perishable/frozen products
• Fully able to operate MHE such as pallet jacks and lift trucks, power tools.
• To demonstrate competency applicants will be required to complete an interview process.