Post-secondary education in an industrial mechanical field
Valid Millwright licence
Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience post-licence
At least 5 years of leadership experience
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills
Effective leadership, communication, and coaching abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead development and implementation of preventive maintenance plans
Coordinate equipment repairs and troubleshoot technical issues
Oversee facility maintenance and manage external contractors
Manage spare parts inventory and support maintenance budgeting
Coach and mentor team members for ongoing growth
Lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance management
Support maintenance supervisors with technical guidance and best practices
Benefits
Monday to Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Work in a manufacturing facility in Guelph, Ontario
Occasional weekend and on-call support for emergencies
Travel to other plants in the U.S. and Mexico as needed
Full Job Description
Location: Guelph, Ontario | TIGER Drylac Canada Ready to lead, improve, and keep things running? Are you a hands-on maintenance leader who enjoys solving complex problems, developing people, and making things work better every day? Do you believe great maintenance is about more than fixing equipment - it's about preventing problems, empowering teams, and creating a safer, more efficient workplace? This is an opportunity to make a real impact: from improving equipment reliability and preventive maintenance to developing your team and supporting initiatives that keep our operations moving forward. What you'll be doing Keep our operations running smoothly
Lead the development and implementation of preventive maintenance plans to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Coordinate and perform equipment repairs, troubleshoot technical issues, and respond to emergency breakdowns when needed.
Oversee facility maintenance, including building operations, cleaning services, plant security, and coordination with external contractors and suppliers.
Manage spare parts inventory and support maintenance budgeting and cost control.
Lead and develop a strong maintenance team
Coach, mentor, and develop team members while creating opportunities for ongoing learning and growth.
Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee recognition.
Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement through clear communication and regular team meetings.
Help ensure the team has the tools, knowledge, and support needed to succeed.
Drive continuous improvement across North America
Support maintenance supervisors at our North American plants with troubleshooting, technical guidance, and best practices.
Contribute to the implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), maintenance procedures, and SAP maintenance processes.
Identify opportunities to improve maintenance workflows, equipment performance, and coordination between teams.
Collaborate with other departments to support production needs and deliver a positive internal customer experience.
Make safety and quality a priority
Ensure maintenance activities meet applicable health and safety requirements.
Participate in safety committee meetings and incident investigations.
Support our ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 management systems and help maintain a safe, organized, and efficient facility.
What you bring to the team
Post-secondary education in an industrial mechanical field.
A valid Millwright licence.
At least 5 years of manufacturing experience after obtaining your Millwright licence.
At least 5 years of experience leading people.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience with preventive maintenance processes.
A practical, solutions-focused approach to equipment reliability and maintenance planning.
Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
It's a bonus if you also have:
Experience with SAP, particularly maintenance modules.
Knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing, PLCs, HVAC, or facility management.
Experience with equipment such as extruders, mills, and mixers.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, ISO quality systems, or OSHA requirements.
Spanish-language skills and experience working in a multicultural environment.
What to expect
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Work environment: Our manufacturing facility in Guelph, Ontario.
Additional availability: Occasional weekends and on-call support for emergency situations.
Travel: Occasional travel to our other plants in the United States and Mexico.
