Maintenance Manager

Darling Ingredients is a global leader in providing natural and sustainable ingredients for the food, feed and fuel sectors. Conducting business as Darling International Canada Inc. in Canada, Darling operates six processing facilities across the country and is Canada's largest provider of rendering and recycling services to the food industry.

Darling provides essential services to the food industry through the efficient and environmentally responsible management of collecting, processing and converting by-products into ingredients for the animal feed, pet food, aquaculture, fertilizer and biofuel industries. We are committed to environmental sustainability, superior quality and excellent customer service.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Manager for our Moorefield, Ontario facility. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant equipment and infrastructure.

The Maintenance Manager will lead the maintenance team, oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and ensure adherence to all regulatory, environmental, and quality compliance requirements. As an active member of the Plant Operations Committee, you will contribute to plant strategy, capital planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide daily leadership, coaching, and direction to the maintenance team.
• Foster a positive, safety-focused, and collaborative work culture that promotes accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage team performance by conducting regular reviews, providing feedback, and partnering with Human Resources on training, succession planning, and employee relations.
• Ensure effective departmental communication through daily meetings and shift handovers.

Maintenance Operations

• Develop and execute weekly and monthly maintenance schedules to optimize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and control costs.
• Manage the preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including work order backlog and performance tracking, using the site's CMMS (e.g., Maintenance Connect).
• Lead root-cause analysis on equipment failures to implement long-term corrective solutions.
• Manage the spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are available.

Budgeting & Capital Projects

• Develop and manage the annual maintenance operating budget.
• Prepare capital expenditure proposals and lead the execution of approved projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Oversee all contractor work to ensure compliance with site policies and safety requirements.

Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring all maintenance work complies with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and other relevant regulations (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, machine guarding, confined space).
• Ensure maintenance activities support the facility's compliance with CFIA, HACCP, GMP, and environmental standards.
• Lead safety-related work orders, participate in incident investigations, and support the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC).
• Additional related tasks as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Minimum 3-5 years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing, food processing, or similar industrial environment.
• A relevant trade certification (e.g., Millwright, Electrician) is required. A university degree in Engineering or a college diploma in a related technology discipline is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations (OHSA), environmental regulations, CMMS, and maintenance best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold a team accountable.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with a CMMS program is an asset.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and oversee capital projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in root-cause analysis.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and lead through change in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with AODA, ESA, and OHSA standards.
• Must be able to walk through plant areas multiple times daily, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to work in various plant conditions, which may include hot, cold, noisy, odorous or wet environments.

WE OFFER

• Pay range: CA $110,000 - $130,000 annually. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range with final offers determined by the candidate's specific blend of experience, qualifications, and skillset. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations.
• Life Insurance, Disability, and Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Health and Dental Benefit Plan Eligible Day 1
• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan Eligible Day 1
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs

Darling International Canada Inc. is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where our facilities are located. We actively seek qualified individuals with demonstrated skill and knowledge to deal with all aspects of diversity in a manufacturing environment.

Darling is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with provincial accessibility legislation. The Human Resources Department will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate format on request.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job posting is for a current vacancy within our organization.

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified recruiters, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply through their Hiring Manager or forward their resume to the HR Department.