Qualifications

• 10+ years in industrial maintenance within an electromechanical or highly automated environment.
• Electrical and mechanical certifications (or equivalent trade qualifications).
• 5+ years in creating or leading technical training, apprenticeship, or certification programs.
• Expertise in programmable logic controllers (Siemens, Allen-Bradley), industrial electrical systems, and hydraulics/pneumatics in manufacturing contexts.
• Proven track record in developing structured training programs, competency frameworks, or capability development systems.
• Experience collaborating with OEMs, suppliers, and external training partners.
• Experience in multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Bilingual - French and English (essential for communication across Canadian and U.S. sites).

Responsibilities

• Design a four-level certification framework for the academy, defining required competencies and progression criteria for each level.
• Develop written exams and practical assessments for various skills, along with grading matrices and success thresholds.
• Create an individualized training schedule and timeline by site.
• Collaborate with plant directors and maintenance supervisors to identify skill gaps and prioritize training needs.
• Deliver in-person and remote training sessions to maintenance teams across Canada and the U.S.
• Track and report on training completion rates, certification, and performance improvements.
• Establish dedicated electromechanical training labs at select sites.
• Partner with HR and operations to align certification levels with defined pay bands, facilitating clear salary increases for technicians as they advance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and certification development for employees.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a multi-site organization.
• Access to specialized training from OEMs and suppliers.
• Partnership with trade schools for sustainable talent development.
• Support for travel and engagement across various sites.