Maintenance PM Leader

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

This is a leadership role where you will own the technology, maintenance, process and setting for the equipment for the line. You will possess deep expertise and will be viewed as the technology expert of the line/s.

How You Will Contribute

You will:

• Partner & enable the line leader(s) to deliver the SQCDSM targets-Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability & Morale for the lines, to ensure Process stability; Participate in the DMS- Daily Management systems meetings at the shift and line level
• Own the technology and process and centerline settings for the equipment and process and has deep technical mastery of the process and equipment; own the Progressive maintenance systems and work processes and the Progressive Maintenance Key Performance Indicators for the line/s along with Centerline Management systems; owns the Repairs & Maintenance budget of the line
• Develop, own and execute the line/s preventive and time-based maintenance systems and plans and builds capability of the team to execute themselves; Build (spends at least 50% of time) technical and maintenance skills of the technicians working in the shifts, so that they are able to operate and maintain their equipment themselves; be part of the PM Pillar, own all PM systems and work process at the line level and lead some of them at the department level
• Partner with the Asset and Reliability team for system improvement and execution of special maintenance tasks; be responsible for Change Management on the line/s, localization of spares and proper break-down analysis and R&M cost reduction for the line/s; represent the department/line/s as the site technology owner in the regional and global technology forums
• Assist in VSU for the new initiatives and enables the VSU team; help the line leader in internal and external benchmarking and reapplication; be the subject matter expert on one of the component categories and will be a trainer of PM related subjects for the plant
  
  
  

What You Will Bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

• Advanced knowledge (including AM-Autonomous Maintenance Step 4 systems & Progressive Maintenance Step 3) & skill to maintain the dedicated equipment(s)at basic conditions independently, including the execution of AM & PM (BD-Breakdown maintenance, planned maintenance) standards on dedicated equipment(s) and TPM - Phase 3 & 4 tools problem solving tools.
• The capability to lead a Role for the Line. Qualify and coach the next level SWP owners and drive the common opportunity areas across the line in PDCA-Plan Do Check Adjust approach
• The capability to work as the Line Leader, developing and aligning goal/master plan for the line, deploying and managing IDP for the members, coaching team members on their performance management and career development
  
  
  

More About This Role

We’re looking for a Maintenance Team Leader who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help lead our skilled trades team on the shop floor. In this role, you’ll be supporting a unionized crew, making sure the equipment is running safely and efficiently, and keeping production on track. You’ll be the go-to person on your shift for technical know-how, problem-solving, and team support.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, coach, and support a team of maintenance technicians on a continental shift.
• Work closely with operators and other departments to keep production moving and equipment in top shape.
• Make sure planned maintenance is completed on time and help troubleshoot any breakdowns that come up.
• Keep safety, food safety, and quality top of mind—always.
• Help plan and prioritize work orders and coordinate with other shifts to keep communication flowing.
• Support continuous improvement projects and encourage a “fix it right the first time” mindset.
• Maintain documentation, help manage spare parts, and keep the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) updated.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a respectful workplace culture.
  
  
  

What You Bring:

• Licensed trade (Millwright, Electrician, or similar) or equivalent technical background.
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance, ideally in food manufacturing or a similar unionized setting.
• At least 1–2 years in a lead-hand or leadership role (formal or informal).
• Solid troubleshooting skills with mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Comfortable working 12-hour rotating continental shifts (days and nights).
• Good communicator with a collaborative, hands-on leadership style.
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.
• Familiarity with Lean, TPM, or continuous improvement practices is a plus.
  
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Work with a great group of people in a supportive, team-based environment.
• Competitive pay, shift premiums, and benefits.
• Be part of a global brand with real opportunities to grow.
• Help make products that bring smiles to people every day.
  
  
  

The expected base salary range for this position is $84,500 to $105,650 CAD depending on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible to participate in a highly competitive bonus program with a target of 8% with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

Mondelez also offers several generous employee benefits (some subsidized or fully paid for by the company), including health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, and enhanced vacation and holiday entitlements.

AI may be used as part of the recruitment process and in accordance with local laws.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

With several brands that are among consumer favourites, including Cadbury, OREO, Christie and Maynards, we are one of the largest snack companies in Canada. Many of our iconic brands are ranked first, second or third in their categories, and our manufacturers and pastry chefs have an enviable mission to create and manufacture chocolate, cookies, crackers and candy in our iconic factories and locations across Ontario. A company with many ambitious growth targets, we have invested close to $250 million in our Ontario plants in recent years alone; We run marketing campaigns promoting innovative products such as Cadbury Dark Milk tablets and OREO Birthday Cake and Peppermint Bark cookies. Our community of more than 2,683 employees is present across Canada and our head office is in Toronto. Passion and dedication characterize our Company. We encourage all our employees to be themselves at work, to speak out and to encourage diversity in all areas of activity. In addition, we foster a flexible work environment and place great importance on the notions of trust and empathy to promote a true sense of belonging.

Mondelez welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the term "accommodation" in this posting means changes that are made in order to meet the needs of a person with disabilities and not lodging.

Job Type

Regular

Manufacturing core

Manufacturing

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