Maintenance Planner

The Opportunity:

The incumbent is responsible and provides technical planning scheduling and cost control assistance to maintenance production and various groups. Includes developing final logical work sequences cost estimates and resource allocations update and maintain records in computerized maintenance management system.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 24. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Improves maintenance effectiveness by eliminating delays and obstacles through proper planning of spare parts materials and equipment
• Promotes a safe working environment and safe work practices
• Plans work for quality and efficiency and contributes to the effective utilization of the maintenance budget
• Visits work site to evaluate job and equipment problems and plan routine and shut down maintenance work orders
• Determines material requirements and parts locations
• Develops and maintains a file of best practices (safe work procedures work instructions etc)
• Manages and continuously reviews the work order backlog ensuring work requests are processed appropriately
• Participates in the scheduling of work orders
• Ensures the availability of adequate critical spare parts and acts as a resource for locating spare parts
• Identifies and communicates suspected repeat equipment problems to maintenance leadership
• Directs outside contractors and conducts follow-up to ensure satisfactory completion of required work

What Youll Bring:

• High School Diploma plus 2 years of study in a related field technical school diploma at a community college university or equivalent plus a trade apprenticeship or operating training
• Highly organized individual capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office computer skills. Individuals with SAP knowledge are preferred
• 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe rewards excellence and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities including workshops speaker series events and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees diplomas professional certification or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

Were a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition safer food and workplaces more humane animal care and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Lets build a better future together.

Were passionate about food. For more than 100 years weve made delicious healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands like Maple Leaf Schneiders and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. Were on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company not just in Canada but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

Were a global food company with approximately 10000 team members. We operate sites in 20 locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building investing in recognizing and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace embrace all forms of diversity and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. Were so much stronger when we know were accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers our customers our people our communities our shareholders and the environment.

• Doing Whats Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at .

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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