assistant maintenance manager - days.

Are you a hands-on leader passionate about keeping production lines running smoothly and efficiently? We are actively seeking an experienced Assistant Maintenance Manager to join a dynamic and fast-paced fresh produce facility in Winnipeg. This permanent, full-time Assistant Maintenance Manager role is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting, takes pride in preventing problems before they occur, and is ready to take on greater leadership responsibilities within the manufacturing & logistics sector.

Working closely with the Production Manager, the Assistant Maintenance Manager will play a highly critical role in maintaining the continuous movement of production lines, supporting dedicated employees, and discovering better, safer, and more efficient ways to operate within a fast-paced environment. Your expertise in manufacturing & logistics will directly influence the facility's overall productivity and success.

By leading the maintenance team and ensuring that equipment, facilities, and production operations remain safe and highly reliable, you will be a cornerstone of the facility's daily success.

You will be tasked with identifying potential equipment failures before they cause significant downtime, investigating root causes of mechanical issues, and either completing or coordinating the necessary repairs. Your day-to-day will involve hands-on interaction with hydraulic systems, pneumatic tools, conveyor belts, vacuum systems, HVAC units, and heavy compressors. Furthermore, the Assistant Maintenance Manager will act as a mentor, coaching and training maintenance and production personnel on safe work practices and proper equipment care.

Advantages
• Day Shift (Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm)
• $70,000-$75,000 annually
• Step into a pivotal leadership role where your decisions and preventative strategies directly impact the success of the operation.
• Work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment where continuous improvement and practical problem-solving are highly valued.
• Gain the opportunity to work with a wide variety of industrial equipment, expanding your technical repertoire and professional experience.
• Company-paid benefits with Pension and RRSP match plan.

Responsibilities
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs, complete vital inspections, execute repairs, and handle comprehensive equipment troubleshooting within the manufacturing & logistics facility.
• Identify potential equipment failures early, investigate root causes meticulously, and complete or coordinate effective repairs to minimize costly downtime and prevent repeat issues.
• Support daily inspections and maintenance for the production-line, facility infrastructure, coolers, HVAC systems, compressors, forklifts, racking, and the general building.
• Maintain highly accurate maintenance records, track inventories, manage tools, source parts, and supply orders, ensuring all required work is completed strictly on time.
• Support production-line setups, address immediate operational issues, manage facility upkeep, oversee seasonal outdoor maintenance, and handle other day-to-day manufacturing & logistics needs.
• Coach, train, and guide maintenance and production employees on safe work practices, detailed equipment care, effective troubleshooting techniques, and standard maintenance procedures.
• Support team scheduling, manage shift changes, evaluate employee performance, address disciplinary matters, and provide day-to-day leadership for the dedicated maintenance team.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors, supporting the sourcing of materials, major equipment purchases, facility upgrades, and large-scale maintenance projects.
• Follow, promote, and enforce strict Workplace Safety and Health regulations, Lockout/Tagout procedures, company policies, and all applicable safe work practices.
• Participate actively in management discussions, recommending strategic improvements that increase safety, mechanical reliability, product quality, productivity, and overall efficiency.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with maintenance staff, production teams, operations managers, drivers, suppliers, contractors, and other key stakeholders, taking full ownership of issues through to their resolution.
• Remain available outside of regular scheduled hours when critically required to respond to urgent maintenance emergencies or high-priority operational situations.

Qualifications
• 3+ years of related, hands-on maintenance experience, ideally within a manufacturing & logistics or production environment.
• A formal ticket (such as millwright, electrician, or power engineer) is not required, but is considered a highly valuable asset.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs comfortably and safely during regular shifts.
• Ability to frequently bend, crouch, kneel, work at heights, push, and pull heavy equipment as needed.
• Tolerance to work in varied conditions, including cool, temperature-controlled environments and areas with loud industrial noises.
• Demonstrated ability to operate powered pallet movers and forklifts safely.

Summary
Ways to apply;

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• Email your resume to View email address on randstad.com - include job title in the subject line
• Visit and search by job title, apply online

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Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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