Reliability Engineer
- ON, Canada
- Hannon, ON, Canada
$71,000 to $103,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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- Pay
- $71,000 to $103,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 3–5 years of engineering experience, preferably within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Reliability Manager, this position will be responsible for developing and improving manufacturing equipment and processes by the application of engineering principles with a LEAN approach.
Reason for vacancy: Incremental Headcount
Compensation: $71,000 - $103,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive
The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan.
Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life
What You’ll Bring:
What We Offer At Maple Leaf Foods
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Reliability Manager, this position will be responsible for developing and improving manufacturing equipment and processes by the application of engineering principles with a LEAN approach.
Reason for vacancy: Incremental Headcount
Compensation: $71,000 - $103,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive
The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan.
Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life
- Provide leadership and support for manufacturing improvement projects aimed at enhancing equipment, processes, and systems to increase plant capacity, line efficiency, and Preventive Maintenance effectiveness.
- Validate new and existing processes with Reliability team.
- Review and participate in new equipment designs / upgrades / overhauls and oversee the commissioning process.
- Apply Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies to support process improvements.
- Participate in Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PSHSRs), review findings, and manage updates.
- Review and approve any equipment and process changes to assess and confirm safety implications (MOC)
- Review and approve process documentation to standardize team member activities and procedures.
- Define and oversee all visual management tools for the shop floor, including daily and weekly reporting.
- Develop equipment and process modifications to support Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) reduction and failure prevention.
- Support the execution of preventive maintenance activities, lead optimization efforts, and coordinate contractor support.
- Develop and oversee predictive maintenance activities.
- Oversee the breakdown management system, including troubleshooting, reporting and analysis, and recurrence prevention.
- Develop reliability standards for performance measurement.
- Demonstrate full commitment to implementing the Global Standard for Food Safety requirements and driving continual improvement in food safety and quality management processes.
What You’ll Bring:
- College or university education in Engineering or an Engineering Technologist Diploma (mechanical, industrial, or electrical).
- 3–5 years of engineering experience, preferably within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
- Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD, with solid to advanced spreadsheet capabilities, complemented by strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated and passionate individual with a high sense of urgency who thrives on managing diverse tasks and consistently delivering results across multiple priorities.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing principles.
- SAP knowledge an asset
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively within team dynamics.
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.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing improvement projects to increase plant capacity, line efficiency, and maintenance effectiveness, applying Lean and other continuous improvement methods. Oversee equipment changes, commissioning, safety reviews, maintenance optimization, breakdown analysis, process documentation, and reliability standards while supporting food safety and quality.
Requirements
Requires a college or university education in engineering, or an engineering technologist diploma in mechanical, industrial, or electrical engineering, and 3–5 years of engineering experience; food manufacturing experience is preferred. Candidates should bring Lean manufacturing experience, strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and the ability to manage multiple priorities; SAP knowledge is an asset.
Skills
- Reliability Engineering
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Preventive Maintenance
- Predictive Maintenance
- Equipment Commissioning
- Process Improvement
- Failure Analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Mean Time To Repair Reduction
- Change Management
- Food Safety
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Spreadsheet Analysis
- SAP
Benefits
- Health And Wellness Benefits
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan With Company Matching
- Learning And Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Volunteer Days
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage
- Management & Leadership
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Reliability Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- Preventive Maintenance
- Predictive Maintenance
- Equipment Design
- Equipment Upgrades
- Equipment Overhauls
- Commissioning
- Pre-Start Health And Safety Review
- Management Of Change
- Process Documentation
- Visual Management
- Mean Time To Repair
- Breakdown Management
- Failure Prevention
- Root Cause Analysis
- Food Safety
- Quality Management
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Spreadsheet Analysis
- SAP
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical Engineering