Linamar

Manufactures automotive, industrial, and agricultural components

Supervisor - Maintenance

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGuelph, ON, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Completion of secondary school is required.
Trade certification in a relevant trade is required.
Minimum of five years in a maintenance machining environment is required.
Previous leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team, are required.
A strong background in failure analysis and diagnostic procedures is required.
Ability to work independently to provide professional guidance and oversight to maintenance and installation tasks and projects is required.
Previous experience establishing and managing work schedules and shift priorities effectively is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook is required.
Knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations, including Ontario Fire Codes and fire suppression systems, is required to maintain compliance.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise the activities of skilled and unskilled maintenance workers, ensuring proper methods and procedures are followed to maintain efficient operation and upkeep of equipment and facilities.
Maintain production equipment to meet organizational standards and minimize equipment downtime.
Inspect projects for conformity to specifications, direct safety inspections and preventive maintenance programs, and maintain inventory of materials, parts, and specialized tools for the maintenance function.
Supervise and direct maintenance employees and equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve employee issues alongside management.
Complete performance evaluations for all maintenance employees.
Mentor maintenance staff and facilitate career development, including identifying potential apprentices.
Ensure appropriate parts and supplies are available to maintain essential equipment and uptime efficiently.
Manage and direct preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
Maintain applicable maintenance systems and related documentation, and ensure compliance with applicable health and safety regulations, including Ontario Fire Codes and fire suppression systems.
Arrange contractor quotes in conjunction with the maintenance/materials buyer.
Ensure contractors have appropriate health and safety documentation, and maintain proper documentation for contractors and visitors.
Develop and oversee operating and project budgets.

Desired Qualifications

A Leadership Development Program certificate is considered an asset.

Job Title: Supervisor, Maintenance

Job Summary

Co-ordinate and supervise the activities of skilled and unskilled maintenance workers. Ensure proper methods and procedures are followed to maintain the efficient operation and upkeep of all equipment and facilities. This role involves supervising maintenance staff, managing preventive and predictive maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company standards. Maintain production equipment in a manner that meets organization standards and ensure minimum equipment downtime. Inspect projects to ensure conformity to specifications, direct safety inspections and preventative maintenance programs. Responsible for maintaining stock of inventory of materials, parts, and specialized tools for the maintenance function. 

Responsibility

Supervise and direct the activities of maintenance employees and equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. 
Effectively Identify, evaluate, and resolve employee issues alongside management. 
Complete performance evaluations for all maintenance employees. 
Mentor and facilitate career development for maintenance staff, including identifying potential apprentices.  
Recommend training programs and career development initiatives for team members. 
Ensure appropriate parts and supplies are available to efficiently maintain essential equipment and uptime.  
Manage and direct all preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PD) activities. 
Maintain applicable maintenance systems and all related documentation and ensure compliance with applicable health and safety regulations, including Ontario Fire Codes and Fire Suppression systems. 
Arrange for quotes from contractors in conjunction with maintenance/materials buyer. 
Ensure all contractors have appropriate documentation in compliance with H&S standards, as well as maintain proper documentation for contractors and visitors.

Academic/Educational Requirements

Completion of secondary school is required. 
Trade certification in a relevant trade is required. 
Leadership Development Program certificate considered an asset.

Required Skills/Experience

Minimum of five years in a maintenance machining environment  
Previous leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team. 
Strong background in failure analysis and diagnostic procedures 
Ability to work independently to provide professional guidance and oversight to maintenance and installation tasks and projects.  
Previous experience in establishing and managing work schedules and shift priorities effectively. 
Proficient in developing and overseeing operating and project budgets. 
Knowledge of all applicable Microsoft word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

What Linamar Has to Offer

Competitive Compensation
Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Sustainability Council
Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

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About the Company

Linamar

Manufactures automotive, industrial, and agricultural components

Linamar is a diversified manufacturer that builds automotive, industrial, and agricultural components and systems, organized around powering vehicles, motion, work, and lives. It designs and produces high-quality parts used in cars, trucks, machinery, and farming equipment, with customers including General Motors and other industrial clients. The company leverages a global manufacturing footprint, long-established customer relationships, and collaborations with partners like Alberta Innovates to ensure reliable supply across multiple markets. Its goal is to grow by delivering integrated components and systems at scale, expanding worldwide, and pursuing partnerships to meet evolving needs in transportation, industry, and agriculture.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Guelph, Canada
Founded: 1966

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