Day Shift Maintenance Lead

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. • Toronto, ON

2d • CA$40 - CA$47 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun. We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile. So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together. You can learn more about us at www.riversidenaturalfoods.com.

Position Summary/Objective:
The Maintenance Shift Lead coordinates daily maintenance activities to ensure smooth operation of all systems and equipment. The role maintains a clean and organized workspace by ensuring team members follow company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in trade. Certified Provincial Electricians Ticket (442 or 309A) or Red Seal Millwright (433) preferred or working toward one.
• Over 5 years of manufacturing experience. Experience in a food manufacturing environment will be an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, Computerized Maintenance Management System
• Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting electrical drawings, P&ID drawings, and control network drawings.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact with plant floor employees and collaborate with cross functional stakeholders.
• Time management and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and hold team members accountable to deliverable on agreed deadlines.
• Ability to work weekend, afternoon or night when needed.
• A TEAM PLAYER with a positive attitude.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, self-starter with a high level of initiative and
• Proven desire to learn takes OWNERSHIP, and a PASSION for technical fields.
• Demonstrates HUMILITY throughout the company on a day-to-day basis.
• Aptitude to exhibit, RESPECT, and protect Riverside’s Core Values in a changing environment.
• Keeps the work atmosphere FUN by keeping it light and welcoming.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and uphold Riverside Natural Food’s Core Values.
• Understand and lead compliance with both Health and Safety and Food Safety practices.
• Utilize equipment troubleshooting skills to solve complex issues.
• Organize resources on the floor and provide guidance to the team to address equipment issues.
• Liaise with different stakeholders to coordinate maintenance team efforts to achieve the DAILY goal.
• Assist in preparing shift report.
• Assist in planning and scheduling of Work Order (WO) for the shift.
• Assist in parts kitting activities for WO assigned.
• Participate in WO start-up meetings and provide guidance such as safety procedure, specialized tools, documentation standard, etc.
• Supervise team members during maintenance tasks, review the quality of work done against established standards and ensure hours and parts are logged in the system.
• Act as subject matter expert and provide training for other technicians, including onboarding new members and support cross-functional learning initiatives.
• Assist in preparing training documents including SOP, one point lesson, troubleshooting guide, etc.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement project as Subject Matter Expert.
• Lead actions as assigned and monitor line performance and initiates corrective actions when necessary.
• Responsible for proper house keeping in the workshop and any work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journey
• Eligibility to participate in Riverside's Profit Sharing Plan
• Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
• Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level