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Smurfit Westrock Maintenance Supervisor in Milton, Ontario
Job Opportunity
As a Maintenance Supervisor you will oversee maintenance operations using precision and preventative maintenance to maximize plant and production equipment uptime. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will help coach and guide the maintenance staff to ensure adherence to preferred maintenance practices to maximize efficiency and safety.
How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:
Assist and provide direction for maintenance staff with equipment troubleshooting to mitigate downtime
Monitor and approve inventory orders to control storeroom spending according to planned budget
Ensure compliance and proper use of parts and equipment according to preferred maintenance practices
Oversee staff compliance with corporation, division, plant safety and environmental rules and procedures
Lead development and implementation of continuous process improvement of reliability plans in the plant
Demonstrate ownership of business and management goals by effectively leading staff to align objectives
Lead safety efforts by identifying high-risk situations, conducting safety meetings, and coordinating maintenance related safety activities
Provide leadership and coaching in safety, training, and work allocation to uphold the standards of maximum safety for all maintenance employees
Collaborate with operations and mechanical leaders to plan, schedule, and execute daily and break-in work and to increase measured reliability metrics
Weekend and shift work may be required to support business and operational needs
What you need to succeed:
2-year technical degree in Maintenance related discipline or related work experience
3 - 5 years of experience in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field
3-5 years Supervisory experience
Working knowledge of maintenance techniques and equipment (i.e., pumps, valves, motors, gear boxes)
Safety mindset with thorough understanding of safety policies and procedures
Initiative to problem solve and take independent action
Effective communication with the ability to adjust communication style and interact across all levels of the organization
Able to exhibit a \u2018can-do\u2019 approach and inspire others to excel
Must be organized with great time management to manage multiple priorities
This posting is for an existing job vacancy. The salary range for this position is $87,750 - $146,250. The range listed is the expected pay for roles in Ontario, Canada. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by April 30, 2026.
As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, we will, upon request from the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please let us know your needs and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.