Maintenance Manager – OSB Operations

Northern Ontario, Canada  |  Full-Time, Permanent  |  Relocation Support Available

Salary Range: $120,000 – $160,000 per annum

About the Role

We are hiring a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations at a high-performing OSB (Oriented Strand Board) facility in Northern Ontario. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of all plant equipment while leading a skilled team of maintenance professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of maintenance supervisors, planners, and trades

• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve uptime and reduce downtime

• Oversee mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance activities

• Partner with operations to optimize production efficiency and equipment reliability

• Manage maintenance budgets, shutdowns, and capital projects

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, TPM, RCA)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in OSB/wood products/sawmills, pulp & paper, or heavy industrial manufacturing

• Strong background in reliability and asset management

• Experience managing unionized teams is a strong asset

• Proven leadership in high-volume, continuous process environments

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience preferred

Why Join?

• Opportunity to lead in a critical, high-impact role

• Strong compensation plus relocation support

• Work in a stable, growth-oriented organization

• Lifestyle opportunity in Northern Ontario with access to outdoor recreation

 

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000. Relocation support is available. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy that is currently available to be filled.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates for this position. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Equal Opportunity

emergiTEL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background, and our hiring process is based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role.