Senior Manager, Maintenance & Reliability

Our client is a globally recognized organization specializing in kitchen and bathroom fixtures, with operations in over 100 countries. They offer extensive in-house manufacturing capabilities and are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Maintenance & Reliability to join their team.

The role is responsible for ensuring the availability, reliability, and efficiency of manufacturing equipment and tooling while supporting production requirements, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives. This includes overseeing the mechanical and electrical maintenance of machinery and facility infrastructure, as well as the planning and execution of preventive maintenance programs.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Maintenance & Tooling function, including direct management of the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Planner, and Mechatronics Technologist.
• Lead and develop the maintenance team through workforce planning, performance management, training, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the design, construction, modification, installation, and commissioning of machinery, tools, fixtures, and specialized equipment to support production requirements and new product launches.
• Ensure the effective maintenance and reliability of manufacturing equipment, tooling, electrical and mechanical systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime, extend equipment life, and optimize operational efficiency.
• Monitor equipment performance and maintenance KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and implement engineering changes and process improvements to enhance reliability, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
• Manage departmental budgets, purchasing, spare parts inventory, maintenance supplies, and external service providers to ensure efficient use of resources and cost control.
• Source and oversee contractors and service providers, including reviewing quotations, coordinating projects, and ensuring work meets company standards and applicable requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, electrical codes, collective agreements, employment legislation, and company policies.
• Collaborate with Production and other departments to coordinate maintenance priorities, resolve equipment issues, support production schedules, and participate in daily operational meetings.
• Prepare and analyze maintenance reports, budgets, performance metrics, and equipment records to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Ensure maintenance employees receive appropriate technical training and safety orientation, fostering a strong safety culture and positive labour relations.
• Support special projects, emergency maintenance requirements, and operational needs outside standard working hours when required.

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline;
  equivalent technical experience may be considered.
• 5 -10+ years of progressive experience in maintenance, tooling, engineering, or technical operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience, preferably managing maintenance and/or technical teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience developing, implementing, and managing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, manufacturing equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Experience with CNC machinery, boilers, chillers, and industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of tool room machinery, including lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and related equipment.
• Experience with maintenance management systems/CMMS, maintenance reporting, and performance metrics.
• Experience managing departmental budgets, purchasing, contractors, and maintenance inventories.
• Strong knowledge of applicable Ontario health and safety legislation, electrical safety requirements, and other regulatory standards.

• Full Time Permanent
• $140,000 – 160,000/year to start
• 4 Weeks Paid Vacation
• Health Spend Account
• And more

It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.