Maintenance Planner

Responsibilities

• Assist in the continued development and administration of the maintenance program
• Provide support in the daily operations/maintenance of 3 buildings
• Manage and submit work orders
• Coordinates regular scheduled maintenance
• Maintains PM (Preventative Maintenance program)
• Participate in and schedule industry audits, as required
• Maintains accurate supply inventory
• Assists with purchasing of equipment, parts, and other maintenance items
• Ensures supplies are received, stored, and redistributed to the appropriate locations
• Coordinate outside contract maintenance staff
• Ability to effectively communicate and develop relationships with outside suppliers and contractors
• Develops and maintains checklists for all support staff
• Supervises and oversees schedule of maintenance staff
• Ensures all maintenance records are logged
• Ensures staff compliance with current policies and procedures
• Ensures that the upkeep and maintenance of Security and Fire Systems are maintained as necessary.
• Assist with writing SOP’s and LOTO procedures for new equipment
• Works with Management to find cost saving initiatives
• Must be willing to work off hours/weekends (if required)
• Direct the workforce in the absence of the Maintenance Manager
• Other duties and special projects, as assigned

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years experience in a relevant role
• A minimum of 3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing experience considered a strong asset)
• Post-secondary education in a related field or trade is an asset
• Excellent skills in MS office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and third-party software)
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds
• Ability to travel between various supplier locations (paid travel)
• Ability to work independently and with maintenance technicians
• Ability to interact with others in a positive and professional manner
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Commitment to quality and safety
• Effective time management skill
• Excellent problem-solving skills (with minimal supervision)
• Forklift Certification & Working at Heights Certification, considered an asset