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Position Purpose: Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising the mechanical and electrical services groups (employees and third-party contractors) to provide top quality maintenance services to all manufacturing and facilities areas while working within an approved budget and maintaining a preventative maintenance program to prevent excessive machine downtime.

Principle Accountabilities:

Performs all work in a safety-first mentality and enforces all safety rules, procedures and policies as determined by legislation or company policy including:

Employee safety contacts
Daily safety inspections
Completion of safety action items in a timely manner
1. Supervise all Maintenance personnel, including people management responsibilities such as attendance and discipline tracking, timekeeping/payroll tasks, requests for time off, interpretation of the Collective Agreement.
2. Develop a culture of Integrity, Passion, Teamwork and Performance Excellence within the Maintenance Team.
3. Schedule and assign work to maintenance crew from daily schedule and review with Operations to optimize efficiencies.
4. In partnership with the Manufacturing Manager, implement and improve the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program by encouraging cooperation between the maintenance team and operations team. This will include:
Reviewing breakdown issues (avoiding repeat breakdowns)
Reviewing OEM recommendations
Coordinate shutdowns and changeovers so maximum use can be made of downtime
Ensuring that employee tasks are scheduled and completed on time
1. In partnership with the Manufacturing Manager, prepare and update workplans and schedules for all major equipment shutdowns
Include PM and planned maintenance tasks
Showing employees assigned to each task
Estimated time to complete each task
Ensuring all required parts are in stock and ready before the shutdown
1. Implement and maintain a comprehensive spare part management program.
2. Active leader in the Intertape Performance System (IPS).
3. Prepare regular reports such as the weekly schedule compliance, downtime summaries, equipment failure investigation and PM compliance.
4. Review equipment breakdowns with maintenance personnel and follow up as required to:
Ensure all required parts are ordered
Ensure all parts are sent out for repairs (motors, machine shop work, etc.)
Property repair temporary "fixes"
Determine if stock levels or required parts are correct
1. Implement and maintain 5S standards according to IPG 5S protocols.
2. Account for the time and material charges covering all maintenance personnel.
3. Assist the Process Engineer with projects.
4. Set up maintenance agreements with local contractors.
5. Provide requisitions for special materials, supplies and spare parts not normally stocked.
6. Ordering and management of plant supplies, acting as a backup for Supply Chain Supervisor.
7. Ensure that maintenance standards are met by all Maintenance personnel.
8. Train mechanical and electrical trainees in the proper use of tools and how to fabricate and maintain plant machinery and equipment.
9. Provide backup to the Process Engineer as required or requested.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:

A graduate of an Engineering Technologist or Technician program with several years' experience in a manufacturing environment and/or certified industrial electrician or millwright.
Minimum of three years' experience of supervision in a manufacturing environment.
Strong team building and leadership skills.
Experience in a unionized environment an asset.
Understanding of the operation of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Understanding of mechanical and electrical repair methods.
Experience in managing spare parts inventories.
Strong computer skills (previous experience with Word, Excel, Access databases, AutoCAD, AS400 and a CMMS package).
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job - you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.

You belong here. Join us today!

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