Maintenance Supervisor (Milton)

Job Description Posted Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 3:59 AM Company Overview Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise. At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers. Position Type Permanent, Full-Time, Onsite, Replacement Position Overview We are looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to work in a fast‑paced, career‑elevating opportunity at our candy plant in Milton, Ontario. This is a replacement position that will report to the Maintenance Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing front‑line supervision to maintenance staff and contractors to ensure maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently. The expectation for every employee of this unique and flexible facility is to work cooperatively as part of the team to produce safe, high‑quality food products, efficiently and effectively. As an integral team member you will be required to help out as needed to accomplish this goal, regardless of the position, consistent with Dare values. Key Responsibilities - Ensure reliable operation and maintenance of all production and plant equipment and systems - Diagnose equipment malfunction, determine root cause and initiate immediate and long‑term corrective actions and provide support when needed. - Manage daily activities of maintenance team members, to ensure production and maintenance needs are met. - Strong supervisory, organizational, communication and problem‑solving abilities. - Meet maintenance operational standards by contributing maintenance information to strategic plans and reviews; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer‑service standards; resolving problems. - Oversee Plant Utilities (Boiler, Fresh Water, WWTP, MCCs, Compressed Air, Chillers, HVAC) including PMs and reactive work - Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following internal safety standards and procedures; complying with legal codes and regulations (OHSA) - Report any significant equipment deficiencies as well as all unsafe working conditions found and provide for proper documentation for deviations and proposed changes. - Direct outside service companies and contractors to perform contracted work according to internal procedures. - Assume autonomy for the day‑to‑day production equipment and facilities systems maintenance related decisions and escalating issues to the Maintenance Manager as required. - Ensure all direct reports follow all company safety policies and legislation. - Drive good housekeeping and maintain an organized work environment. - Work closely with the Maintenance Scheduler to ensure PM execution in a timely fashion. - In collaboration with the Inventory Technician, manage spare parts inventory as required to maintain effective and efficient operational levels. - Assist and support the Maintenance Manager regarding annual budget and proper allocation of spend. - Respond to on‑call needs for production (equipment and/or facility) system emergencies as required. - Perform risk assessment and GAP analysis of production equipment and facility systems and recommend continuous improvement, cost improvement actions. - Write and maintain relevant Standard Operating Procedures, Technical Bulletins and other related documents. - Ensure the maintenance team routinely uses the CMMS to document maintenance work and log parts consumption. - Work closely with other departments, including production and engineering, to understand needs for maintenance support. - Perform training requirements assessment for the maintenance group and develop, implement, and maintain a training program to ensure the maintenance team can fully and proficiently support all maintenance needs across all shifts. - Be responsible for coaching, disciplining and annual performance reviews of all direct reports. - Have previous 2 years’ experience with shift scheduling and payroll administration. Qualifications - Post‑secondary education in Technical Engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial) or related field, with a focus in supply chain or manufacturing operations (considered an asset). - Preference will be given to those ticketed in mechanical or electrical trades, combined with a valid Ontario certificate and a technical school education. - Minimum five years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food and beverage industry. - Minimum two years in a leadership/supervision capacity. - Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, electrical, and P&ID; drawings/schematics. - Experience in GMP and HACCP compliance along with CMMS. - Working knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, SAP and MP2. Total Rewards Package Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well‑being goals. It includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness perks, and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities, as well as reward and recognition programs. EEO Statement At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal‑opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. Compensation Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, and internal equity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o6tws