Compass Minerals International, Inc

Maintenance Supervisor

Compass Minerals International, Inc • $110K — $125K *
Goderich, ON N7A 1A1In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience with 2 years in a supervisory role.
  • Experience in maintenance planning is preferred.
  • Project planning experience necessary.
  • Knowledge of hoist systems is an asset.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
  • Familiarity with CMMS and diagnostic tools for machinery.

Responsibilities

  • Directly supervise a team of 10 unionized workers in the maintenance department.
  • Ensure compliance with safety practices and quality standards.
  • Oversee effective maintenance scheduling and enhance employee development.
  • Communicate critical operational information during shift transitions.
  • Conduct monthly safety meetings and weekly toolbox talks.
  • Evaluate ongoing projects to prioritize maintenance tasks.
  • Monitor equipment status and job orders to keep all teams informed.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave, along with personal floating days.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company contributions.
  • Commitment to safety and creating an inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Meaningful work that impacts daily lives and communities.
Full Job Description
We are currently hiring for a Maintenance Supervisor to join the team at our Underground Salt Mine in Goderich, Ontario.

Compass Minerals' Goderich Salt Mine, located 1,800 feet under Lake Huron, is the largest underground salt mine in the world. The mine is as deep as the CN Tower in Toronto is tall. The rock salt produced at the mine is used to keep citizens in North America safe as they travel through winter snow and ice. The salt is shipped to hundreds of communities around the Great Lakes and along the St. Lawrence Seaway. Some of the salt is trucked to the Compass Minerals plant less than 4 kilometers away, to be packaged for distribution and sale at retailers in North America. The salt is also sold in bulk to manufacturers that make plastics, detergents, disinfectants and other important products. Goderich is named Canada's Prettiest Town and is best known for its stunning sunsets. Goderich is a lakeside community of 8,000 people located approximately 1.5 hours from London and Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.

How will you contribute to the team?

This position directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment in the mine. This position has the responsibility to ensure safe work practices, quality standards, and procedures are followed as well as ensuring high productivity from this department. This position ensures effective maintenance scheduling and employee development.

  • Directly supervise 10 unionized workers in the Maintenance Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: training; planning, assigning, and directing work; ensure work is completed on a safe and efficient manner.
  • Supervise, develop the skills and direct/delegate activities of the maintenance crew.
  • Perform cross shift communication to relief supervisor in order to relay critical operation information
  • Each tradesperson has a wide range of skills and experience, effective supervision is vital to the success of the maintenance plan, execution of critical repairs and ultimately the reliability of the site.
  • Assesses ongoing maintenance projects and job orders and determines work priorities
  • Ensures safe working conditions and safe work procedures are understood and followed by crew
  • Communicates equipment and job order status to appropriate people and departments
  • Understand, present and enforce policies regarding safe work practices, production methods, quality standards, and preventative maintenance.
  • Conduct monthly safety meetings, weekly tool box talks, procedures and standards for work and safety.
  • Conduct employee performance appraisals.
  • Troubleshoot equipment problems throughout areas of responsibility, determine maintenance needs, schedule repairs and oversee progress of same.
  • Have input into developing maintenance budget.
  • Evaluate productivity and other performance measures of employees and recommend possible improvements to work processes.
  • To foster an environment of continuous improvement, complete projects that will strengthen the business.
  • Optimize the preventive maintenance program
  • Work with operators and Supervisors to make equipment modifications and to schedule equipment downtime for PM's.
  • Audit the PM's and repairs to ensure it meets maintenance standards and expectations holding the tradespeople responsible for their performance
  • Other duties performed as assigned.


What should you bring to the role?

  • Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience, with 2 years of supervisory experience, plus experience in functions managed.
  • Technologist/or previous experience as a maintenance planner preferred.
  • Supervisory and project planning experience.
  • Hoist knowledge would be an asset.
  • Experienced in Microsoft Office programs.
  • Knowledgeable in the use of CMMS.
  • Knowledge of computers to aid diagnostic abilities such as Caterpillar and Komatsu machine systems.


What will you like about us?

  • Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical, dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
  • Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation, paid sick and personal floating days.
  • Prepare for your Future: Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company match and contribution.
  • Shared Core Values: Our employees share five Core Values in all we do: Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Value Creation and High Performance.
  • Safety: We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment as we strive toward Zero Harm for our employees, customers and communities.
  • Meaningful Work: What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. We responsibly transform Earth's natural resources to deliver products that help keep people safe, feed the world and enrich lives.
  • Growth and Development: Our development programs help our employees meet their personal growth goals and are a key driver in our company's growth.


What is the work schedule?

  • This position is required to work both days and nights shifts.
  • This position is expected to work underground.
  • If you do not live nearby, you will be required to relocate. A relocation assistance package is available to those that qualify.


ABOUT THE POSITION

  • Vacancy Status: This posting is for a new vacancy.
  • Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 per year (based on experience).
  • AI Disclosure: The Company may use technology tools to assist with aspects of the recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.


About Compass Minerals International, Inc

Compass Minerals International, Inc. is a leading provider of essential minerals that solve nature's challenges, including salt for winter roadway safety and other consumer, industrial and agricultural uses, and specialty plant nutrition minerals that improve the quality and yield of crops. The company produces its minerals at locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Brazil and the U.K. It operates through three segments: Salt, Plant Nutrition North America, and Plant Nutrition South America. The Salt segment produces and markets salt and magnesium chloride for use in road deicing and dust control, food processing, water softeners, and agricultural and industrial applications. The Plant Nutrition North America segment provides sulfate of potash, elemental sulfur, and micronutrients, which are used in the production of specialty crops, fruits, and vegetables. The Plant Nutrition South America segment offers potassium chloride and micronutrients for use in various crops, such as soybeans, coffee, sugarcane, and fruits. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas.
Learn more about Compass Minerals International, Inc
Size
2,223 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Business Services
Net Income
$59.5 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
-1.8%
Revenue
$1.3 billion
NASDAQ
CMP
* Ladders Estimates

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