With a legacy that spans over 100 years, Stelco is a company that has grown along with Canada and its global partners. We understand that twenty-first century competition demands the highest quality products, period. So, Stelco is bringing together the people, technology, and unmatched market knowledge to, once again, take on that challenge from here at home.
Mechanical Maintenance Planner/ Shift Manager
Reports to: Area Manager – Maintenance
Job Location: Nanticoke – Central Maintenance Complex (CMC)
Job Type: Full Time / Permanent
Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000.00
Primary Purpose of Position
Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance work to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and support safe, efficient operations. At times management relief and coverage in operations of the CMC shop, related equipment, and personnel in a safe and efficient manner.
Safety is the Core Value of Stelco and the individual will make Safety the #1 priority in the execution of all work activities, including monitoring contractor/vendor safety in support of work efforts. This role is an existing vacancy.
Provides Leadership To
Bargaining Unit Personnel, Assigned Service Groups, Contractors
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
Using CMMS based system to order parts, update parts lists, add/remove parts numbers.
Parts procurement needs to ensure accurate and appropriate replacement parts and in appropriate quantities.
Attend downturn meetings and schedule preventative maintenance overhauls and tasks.
Create schedules for work completion
Update/modify PM schedules, tasks and jobs.
Participate on project team with shared management responsibilities as it pertains to mechanical or as assigned.
Select contractors on tasks pertaining to project responsibilities.
Planning and execution of downturns, semi- annual outages and shop work needed for operations
Administer the company safety program to ensure a safe work environment within the Operating facility
Promote safety by various means (safety contacts, safety tours, incident investigations and follow-up, SDS and JSA review, equipment condition, etc.) and leads by example
Ensure adherence to all environmental control procedures and relevant codes and standards
Apply technical principles and problem-solving techniques to evaluate and resolve equipment issues to maximize operating efficiencies
Supervise, direct and coordinate the efforts of experienced technicians, apprentices, co-ops and project planners to repair and maintain various mill equipment to keep the operations running at maximum efficiency with minimal interruption
Use technical knowledge and maintenance history of equipment to develop and implement preventive maintenance programs
Perform administrative activities such as scheduling and paying employees, completing maintenance reports, conducting safety conversations, and compiling other reporting as necessary by the operating facility
Actively participate in recruitment screening and selection of prospective new hires
Establish performance goals and objectives with Day Manager/Area Manager
Education/ Experience/ Qualifications
3+ years of maintenance planning experience in a heavy industrial or shop environment
3-5 years of maintenance experience specifically in mechanical or welding is an asset
433A Industrial Millwright C of Q or TSSA or CWB Welding tickets is an asset
Unionized leadership experience is a strong asset
Job Skills and Knowledge
Sound knowledge of welding maintenance practices and required skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability and desire to work in a shop floor environment
Proficient in MS Office
An enthusiastic approach and ability to learn quickly and assume responsibility
As a manager/supervisor of the company, qualified candidates for this role also must demonstrate the ability to manage change, communicate effectively, and lead high-performance teams.
Your work environment
Fast-paced manufacturing environment for a high impact team
The job is within a heavy industrial environment and you will be required to work within various areas of the facility
Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures and guidelines must always be adhered to. This includes wearing PPE, such as a hard hat, protective ear and eye wear, respirator, flame retardant clothing and safety boots with metatarsal protection during the work shift
Lake Erie facility operates 24 hours a day 365 days a year
May be required to work straight days or shift work (12-hour shifts on a continental schedule, rotating days and nights)
On calls, vacation/ holiday and sick relief coverage is required
The position may require you to work overtime as needed
A valid driver’s license and vehicle is required to work at this facility
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Stelco is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.
Among other tools and resources, we use AI-based tools to assist us in screening applicants for interviews for this position.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.
Due to the volume of applications received, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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