Maintenance Supervisor

Job Type:

Regular

At Agropur, accountability is part of everyday work. We expect everyone to take ownership of challenges and act.

Agropur is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to join is Bedford team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor oversees their team and ensures the achievement of key performance objectives (Health & Safety, Quality, Cost, Deadlines, Engagement, Environment) within a collaborative culture. He contributes to the improvement and upkeep of preventive and predictive maintenance best practices.

A clear framework that enables you to take ownership:

• Recognition of years of service in calculating vacation time.

• Flexible group insurance plan, including telemedicine service.

• Employee assistance program.

• Opportunity to invest in you (Career Path, etc.).

• Pension plan including employer contributions.

• Salary range  005: $84,600 to $105,800 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

What you will take ownership of on a daily basis:

The main responsibilities of the Maintenance Supervisor are:

• Lead and develop maintenance employees with a strong focus on engagement, accountability, and skills development.

• Ensure compliance with the collective agreement while fostering a collaborative, partnership-based approach with employees and site stakeholders.

• Coordinate, prioritize, and supervise maintenance activities through the CMMS, including managing work orders and issuing required work permits.

• Provide hands-on technical leadership (mechanical, electrical, or automation) to support troubleshooting and ensure efficient and timely problem resolution.

• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and operational performance.

• Develop, implement, and sustain preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve plant efficiency and reduce downtime.

• Maintain an accurate inventory of spare parts and oversee cost control related to maintenance operations and budgets.

• Supervise and coordinate the work of external contractors, ensuring quality, timelines, and compliance with safety standards.

• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, sanitation, and quality programs (ISO, HACCP, SQF).

• Lead regular performance and daily management meetings with the team to track KPIs and drive accountability.

• Contribute to the planning and execution of plant projects, including capital investments and equipment modifications, with proper justification and follow-up.

• Provide technical support to production lines, including troubleshooting, system optimization, and performance improvement recommendations.

• Support efforts to minimize plant downtime and maximize operational efficiency, aiming for near 100% equipment availability.

• Oversee PLC programming, troubleshooting, and implementation where required.

The profile that can truly own the role:

• Technical diploma or degree in Maintenance, Engineering, Automation, or other related field deemed relevant.

• Minimum of 5–7 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (mechanical, electrical, or automation).

• Strong troubleshooting capabilities and experience with root cause analysis (RCA).

• Solid knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and exposure to predictive maintenance practices.

• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning, including work order management and prioritization.

An environment where commitment and accountability are recognized.

People are at the heart of everything we do.

We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.