ARGUS MACHINE CO LTD

Maintenance Supervisor

Edmonton, AB

About This Job

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising maintenance employees, and developing and maintaining a schedule for machinery and equipment repair and maintenance.

The Maintenance Supervisor is an active participant in the Argus Leadership Team, contributing to achieving company objectives, and strategic short and long-term goals.

WHO WE ARE:

Argus is an employee-owned organization that embraces diversity and the benefits it brings. Innovation and progress are achieved through valuing the ideas of our people, two-way communication, and being open to change. Please visit the ‘About Us’ and ‘Careers’ sections of our website to learn more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Role accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintenance:

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Plan and deliver maintenance and repair schedules based on customer and machine requirements, within the Argus locations, ensuring quality and customer requirements are upheld.

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In collaboration with Plant Supervisors, ensure facilities and equipment are maintained regularly so that machines run effectively and efficiently.

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Review and evaluate the condition of machinery and equipment. Maintaining/repairing as required or making recommendations for replacement.

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Work jointly with the Manufacturing Manager to ensure effective employee resource allocation based on machine and customer requirements.

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Ensure schedules of repair / maintenance for the machines and equipment are kept up to date by the Maintenance team.

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Proactively manage changes in maintenance scope, identify potential blockages, and devise contingency plans.

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Orders machine parts and specialty tools as required.

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Make recommendations to the Manufacturing Manager on capital asset purchases and equipment maintenance requirements.

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Manage millwrights’ workload, assigning tasks based on schedules and customer needs.

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Address any questions the team have on their work tasks.

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Operate all machines and equipment within the shops and use shop tools, as required, to determine and deliver maintenance needs.

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Ensure department KPIs are shared amongst team and achieved on a monthly/ annual basis. Investigate when KPIs are not met and work with team to identify improvements as required.

Supervisory responsibilities:

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Supervise Maintenance team: recruiting, training, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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Train and motivate employees regarding inspection operations, drawings, prints, and quality assurance standards.

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Ensure Maintenance team are diligently following work instructions and specifications, supporting and training where necessary.

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Prioritize schedules based on product availability and manufacturing schedules.

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Verify employee time in AX daily, for payroll purposes.

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Responsible for promoting safety throughout Argus, in line with legislation:

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Promote safety by providing necessary resources, equipment and PPE,

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Ensure work practices are safe.

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Complete accident investigations and emergency evacuations as required.

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Hold monthly toolbox meetings covering provided safety agendas.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

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3+ years’ experience in a supervisory/ managing role in a manufacturing environment, responsible for the direct supervision and leadership of personnel.

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5+ years’ experience of in a machine shop.

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High School Diploma or equivalent required.

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Journeyman machinist / millwright status.

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Crane & forklift trained?

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Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

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Experienced user of computer software including Microsoft Office, Adobe and Dynamics AX.

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General knowledge of products and services in relation to the oil and gas industry.

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Strong knowledge of safe work practices, Quality Assurance requirements, and Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing) principles and the ability to impart that knowledge to others.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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Machine shop environment with extended walking/ standing, limited sitting.

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Working wearing personal protective equipment 100% of work time.

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Lifting regularly up to 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance.