Job Description

A leading organization in the tissue manufacturing industry is seeking a Maintenance Manager to join its team. This role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, sustainability-focused environment while leading a high-performing maintenance team.

• Lead and develop a team of maintenance professionals and oversee contractor management for maintenance projects.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing performance improvements.
• Monitor asset performance and implement strategies to sustain and enhance efficiency.
• Manage the scheduling and execution of planned maintenance work orders.
• Contribute to annual planning and budgeting processes.
• Prepare and execute investment and asset maintenance plans, including shutdowns, while achieving ROI targets.
• Foster employee engagement and development.
• Ensure compliance with internal business processes and industry best practices.
• Maintain high standards of work quality and safety within the maintenance team.
• Monitor and mitigate occupational health and safety risks.
• Champion lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement strategies.
• Communicate and lead efforts to meet targets related to production capacity, cost control, quality, employee engagement, and safety.

• Proven leadership experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong team-building and coaching abilities.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills aligned with organizational priorities.
• Effective communication, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 operational facility.
• Proficiency with technological tools including Microsoft Office and CMMS.
• Familiarity with SAP software is a plus.

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering Technology (or related field).
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• At least 2 years of experience in:
  • Leading a maintenance department.
  • Coaching and managing individuals.
  • Implementing safe work practices (e.g., Lockout, PPE, confined space).
• Experience with paper mill equipment and technologies is beneficial.
• Skilled in planning and scheduling optimization.
• Experience with KPIs and project tracking.
• Knowledge of CapEx processes and maintenance systems in pulp and paper mills is an asset.

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