Managing the hourly maintenance personnel in a safe, effective, and efficient manner is the core of this supervisory role. The Maintenance Supervisor coordinates the installation, maintenance, and repairs of all company machinery and equipment within the facility, including any maintenance or repairs of the building or property.
Responsibilities
Assess and prioritize work requests and ensure material required for the work is available
Follow up on work orders to ensure job specifications (quality and quantity) and time lines are met
Maintain and review stock inventory of spare parts, equipment and materials
Prepare manpower schedule and grant vacations
Inspect certain areas of the facility to ensure good housekeeping and safety provisions are adhered to
Attend and provide input in daily production meetings if any
Research materials to continuously improve production
Focus on error proofing, ergonomic techniques and cost reductions
Contact outside contractors depending on need, if job cannot be done by internal maintenance manpower
Champion all new equipment for new programs in conjunction with preventative maintenance
Prepare overtime equalization sheets, canvass for overtime, prepare time sheets for payroll, approve vacations and leaves of absence and oversee schedule rotation for both plants
Adhere to general and real-time supervisory expectations and guidelines as established by the company
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
Coordinate regular preventive maintenance on daily equipment and facility such as replacing light bulbs
Be knowledgeable in the use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
Be involved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations or updates to current systems
Coordinate and monitor contractor activities for projects
Work with site-wide building maintenance to ensure compliance to any construction, renovation or updates
Update project information and maintain project files
Organize drawings and prepare drawing packages to support project activity
Support department management, project managers and consultants as required
Update and maintain information in company records systems and department databases
Set priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work
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Maintain adequate supplies and equipment for the maintenance department
Requisition work to be completed through Purchasing
Attend meetings as required
Meet with Fire Department, Hydro, etc. as required
Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required
Drive Flex-N-Gate, Ventra vehicles, as required
Coordinate the painting and decorating of the interior and exterior surfaces as required
Adhere to departmental procedures and systems, e.g., "systems for preventative maintenance", "maintenance requisitions", scheduled work and continued quality improvement/risk management programs
Organize minor construction work, e.g., dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry work, pouring concrete, etc.
Maintain inventory of new equipment, manuals and warranties
Operate computerized preventative maintenance program
Troubleshoot and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures
Schedule preventative maintenance checks of all electrical alarms
Be responsible for the install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment
Organize mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, e.g., circulating pumps, air handling systems, and refrigeration etc.
Initiate safety concerns and make judgment on the best methods of completing tasks
Be responsible for snow removal and ice safety
Be responsible for landscaping and the overall esthetic look of Flex-N-Gate, Ventra property
Be accountable for short-term planning and keeping appropriate authorities aware of decisions being made
Perform all other duties as assigned or needed
Be responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005
Be responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual
Requirements
Community College in a related field
Five years in a mechanical/electrical capacity as a tradesman or five years related experience
Highly motivated and able to work independently
Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing
Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
Ability to maintain organization of maintenance schedule and files in a changing environment
Ability to independently seek out downtime reduction activities and projects
Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures
Ability to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures)
Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation
Possess a valid driver's license
Able to create alternative solutions to problems
Excellent time management and project management skills
High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures
Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures
Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Able to work well under pressure
Strong attention to detail
Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email, CAD, electrical control and PLC software
Possess supervisory skills
Proven ability to troubleshoot
Conflict Resolution skills
Employee relations skills
Statistical Process Control for Machine Capability
Possess ISO TS14001 knowledge
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Physical ability to lift up to 75lb
Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
Hazards associated with the trade
Benefits
Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
Flexible spending account
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Extensive safety training
New hire orientation
Continuous learning and development programs
Tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays and vacation time
Important Details
Schedule: Overtime as required
On-call duty: 24 hours/day and weekends may be required
Travel: To the site, and off-site locations will be required
Work environment: Both indoors and outdoors, exposed to construction sites
About the Company
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” It is a growing and vital company.
