Chief Engineer

Primary Processing Division – Maintenance /

Sunrise Farms is a group of companies with primary focus in the poultry industry.

From our hatcheries to our “ready to eat” state of the art cooking facilities we service customers in the retail, food service and industrial sectors. We are proud of our support of the Canadian farm as well as our investment in the latest equipment and technologies at our facilities across Canada. Our test kitchens have the most current cooking equipment replicating that used in commercial establishments, to facilitate precision testing. This way you know the product you receive will perform to your expectations. We are proud of our long-standing partnerships with family-owned Canadian chicken farmers to produce high quality products.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position, based in Winnipeg, is to support and work with the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager, to mentor and coach shift maintenance personnel. The role will foster team dynamic and the spirit of cooperation. It will be necessary to have a constructive liaison with other departments to determine any repairs that need to be carried out.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform safe operation and maintenance of all utilities equipment such as: ammonia refrigeration plant, all Freon type refrigeration units, heating, air conditioning units, air compressors, boiler, water heating equipment, air make up units, air handling units and other accessories.
• Provide direction on all operational-related projects to meet capability, output, facility, and systems requirements, increase efficiencies, support safety, validation, and meet goals and objectives that contribute to the overall success of the organization.
• Assist in the negotiations of service and contractual agreements and monitor performance of contractors and service personnel for repairs and installations as needed.
• Participate in departmental strategic planning, assuring all above functions support branch operations as well as corporate goals and objectives.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines in a fasted environment
• Maintain logbook of the daily operations and maintenance of the equipment. Prepare all required equipment for annual inspection.
• Keep and maintain building firefighting equipment such as fire sprinklers and fire extinguishers.
• Operate and maintain the waste water treatment plant as compliance of the city waste water regulations.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge in mechanical engineering, project management, facilities management, systems engineering, equipment maintenance, design & drafting, computer applications, and an ability to provide superior leadership skills.
• Management of multiple projects and excellent communication skills to interact with all operational departments.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to interact with all levels on the organization.
• Well versed in safety standards and ability to communicate safety principles.
• Clear understand of all manufacturing operations, cost implications and efficiency requirements to ensure continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency when necessary.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

• Demonstrate company values in all activities and interpersonal relationships.
• Responsible for coaching, mentoring and provide technical support and training i.e. SOP’s, trouble shooting, PM checks, etc.

PROMOTE HEALTH & SAFETY

• Accountable for enforcement of company health and safety policies on the production line(s).
• Required to identify and report any hazard(s) in the workplace.
• Required to report any accidents, injuries requiring first aid, health care, lost time injuries, occupational diseases or incidents.
• Required to use equipment, materials, and machinery only as authorized and to follow procedures and wear protective equipment as outlined in the Health and Safety Manual.
• All employees will work in compliance with legislative requirements.
• Inform, train and supervise employees to follow work procedures as outlined in the Health and Safety Manual.
• Conduct loss investigations where required, in accordance with incident investigation.
• Report any gas and sewer releases to the appropriate authorities, including the plant manager.

PROMOTE FOOD SAFETY & HACCP

• Enforce adherence to SOP’s and HACCP requirements.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, in a leadership role.

Key Relationships (Internal)

Maintenance Manager

Key Relationships (External)

Trade/Industry Participants

Research & Development Sources

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At Sunrise Farms we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the expected new hire salary range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sunrise Farms. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.