Posted 2 months ago
Maintenance Supervisor
@ Canplas Industries Ltd.
Patterson, Alberta
Overview
Canplas Industries Ltd. is hiring a full-time Maintenance Supervisor in Barrie, ON, Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 3:00pm. The role leads the maintenance team to keep plant equipment reliable, enforce safety and continuous improvement. Starting salary is $81,300 to $101,600 CAD annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Pay:
$81,300–$101,600 a year
Responsibilities:
- Oversee maintenance of all machinery and systems
- Plan, schedule and execute preventive maintenance
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures
- Supervise, train and mentor maintenance mechanics
- Enforce health, safety and environmental policies
Requirements summary:
- College diploma or university degree, or equivalent
- Electrician or millwright licence, or equivalent qualification
- Experience leading maintenance teams in manufacturing
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems and PLCs
- Experience with CMMS and maintenance planning tools
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-31
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Canplas Industries Ltd.
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A leader in the construction plastics industry since 1966.
Full company description
In 1966, Canplas began operations in a small facility in New Westminster BC. Today we're a leader in the construction plastics industry. We pride ourselves on our innovative products & design, commitment to quality, safety, and industry leading customer service, but Canplas is greater than the sum of its parts. Our people have always been our strength. Our employees, distribution partners, and customers that use our products embody the values that make up Canplas. Together we’re committed to always doing what’s right, not just for our business and our people, but for every part of the world we touch. Recognized for our high-quality residential and commercial plumbing products, we’ve extended our portfolio over the last 50+ years to include ventilation, central vacuum and grease separation products. Our products are now depended upon throughout North America and around the world. With our customer’s needs in mind we continue to innovate and expand. Canplas is headquartered in Barrie, Ontario with offices in Edmonton, Alberta.
- LinkedIn followers
- 7,907
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 173
- Reported office locations
- 500 Veterans Drive, Barrie, ON L4N9J5, CA
- 11408 163 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5M, CA
- Business categories
- Plastics and Rubber Manufacturing
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Canplas Industries Ltd
- Specialties
- Plastic Plumbing Products
- Plastic Roof Ventilation Products
- Thermoplastic Central Vacuum Products
- and Separation Technology Products
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
In 1966, Canplas began operations in a small facility in New Westminster BC. Today we're a leader in the construction plastics industry. We pride ourselves on our innovative products & design, commitment to quality, safety, and industry leading customer service, but Canplas is greater than the sum of its parts. Our people have always been our strength. Our employees, distribution partners, and customers that use…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wholesale Building Materials |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Barrie, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1966 |
| Specialties | Plastic Plumbing ProductsPlastic Roof Ventilation ProductsThermoplastic Central Vacuum Productsand Separation Technology Products |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
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Join Us in Shaping a Better Tomorrow
From the very beginning, Canplas prioritized innovative equipment, meticulous quality testing, and dedication to customer service. Today, Canplas manufactures high-quality plastic plumbing, ventilation, central vacuum, and grease separation products for residential and commercial buildings all over the continent.
We are looking for a permanent full-time Maintenance Supervisor to join our team in Barrie, ON. If you’re passionate about innovation, collaboration, and making an impact, this is your opportunity to thrive.
Location: 31 Patterson Rd, Barrie, ON L4N 3V9 (view on google maps!)
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri: 6:30am – 3:00pm (40 hours/week)
Starting Salary: $81,300 - $101,600 CAD annually (to be determined based on experience and qualifications)
Your Impact
This is an exciting opportunity for a maintenance leader who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, developing people, and making a meaningful impact on plant performance. You'll work closely with Production, Quality, and HSE teams to improve equipment reliability, enhance safety, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.
What You’ll Do
1. Ensure Equipment Reliability and Minimize Downtime
Oversee the maintenance of all machinery and systems to manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
Plan, schedule, and execute preventive maintenance activities.
Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures to maximize production uptime and operational efficiency
2. Lead and Develop the Maintenance Team
Supervise, train, coach, and mentor Maintenance Mechanics.
Assign work, monitor performance, and support employee development.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, succession planning, and talent retention initiatives.
3. Drive Safety, Compliance, and Continuous Improvement
Enforce health, safety, and environmental policies, including permit systems and safe work practices.
Conduct incident investigations, safety inspections, and risk assessments.
Lead 5S initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts that enhance efficiency, quality, and workplace safety.
What You’ll Bring
Required:
- College diploma, university degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Electrician License (309A, 442A, or Red Seal), Millwright License (433A or Red Seal), or equivalent industrial maintenance qualification.
- Experience leading maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, controls, PLC troubleshooting, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
- Experience using maintenance management systems (CMMS) and maintenance planning tools.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety.
Preferred:
- Experience in plastics, PVC, extrusion, injection molding, packaging, or related manufacturing environments.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience working within ISO or quality management systems.
Why Join Us
- Competitive compensation with annual pay progression
- Comprehensive benefits from Day 1(no waiting period!)
- Company matching Pension Plan
- Voluntary RRSP program
- Temperature-controlled (air-conditioned) facility for improved working conditions
- Opportunities for internal career growth and development
- Supportive, experienced team with strong tenure
- Organization culture focused on safety, quality, innovation, and operational excellence.
Ready to make your mark? Apply today and help us build a better tomorrow!
Canplas Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, we will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for Canplas jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]
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