Candidate with 19+ years of tenure at the same employer, demonstrating continuous career progression from Machinist to Maintenance Director. Currently actively seeking a new opportunity because the company’s manufacturing operations are shutting down. He was specifically retained to oversee the administrative closure of the operation, reflecting the high level of trust placed in him by senior management. Fluent in English, French and Spanish.
Career Progression
Maintenance Director (2021–Present)
Leads a team of 12–15 employees through two supervisors (mechanical, electrical, and janitorial services). Responsible for the facility, external maintenance vendors, maintenance contracts, and complete management of the MRO storeroom, including tooling, electrical and mechanical equipment, valves, and sensors.
Tooling Supervisor (2019–2021)
Supervised a team of 8 toolmakers/machinists. Managed all administrative aspects of the department, including employee discipline, scheduling, and vacation planning.
Machining & Tooling Team Lead (2009–2019)
Coordinated activities between production and the tooling department. Managed tooling inventory and spare parts while ensuring production priorities were met.
Machinist / Toolmaker (2006–2009)
Manufactured and repaired die components, interpreted technical drawings, and performed precision machining work.
Continuous Improvement & Prioritization
Recently completed training at ÉTS in Toyota Kata and Priority Management. Implemented a workforce competency matrix where employees are evaluated against required skills using a three-level system (Needs Development, Developing, Proficient) with color coding. This allows work to be assigned based on each employee’s demonstrated competencies rather than arbitrarily.
Also applies a clear distinction between urgent and important tasks in day-to-day management. For example, a production machine breakdown is urgent, while an email requiring a response may be important but not urgent.
Health & Safety Leadership
Worked in an organization with a deeply embedded health and safety culture, including daily team stretching sessions, structured weekly safety plans managed by a dedicated H&S coordinator, and weekly behavioral safety meetings.
Personally ensured that at least one concrete action was taken each week to address an identified health and safety issue, providing both positive reinforcement and corrective interventions while reporting directly to the Plant Manager.
Availability
Will remain with his current employer until mid-September to complete the plant closure project. Available to start a new position during the week of September 7.
Salary Expectations
Seeking $120,000+.
Professional Profile
- Performs effectively under pressure while consistently meeting deadlines.
- Forward-thinking and proactive.
- Strong decision-making abilities.
- Excellent big-picture perspective.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Highly disciplined, motivated, and self-sufficient.
- Efficient, organized, punctual, personable, and persuasive.
Software
- Microsoft Office
- macOS
- Google Workspace
- SAP
Professional Development & Certifications
- 2026 – Multi-Prévention – Safe Use of Pallet Racking
- 2025 – ÉTS – Delegating Without Losing Control
- 2024 – ÉTS – Toyota Kata: Problem Solving & Coaching
- 2024 – Centre Patronal SST – Communicating Effectively in Health & Safety
- 2024 – ENTRAC – Ergonomic Risk Analysis
- 2024 – ÉTS – Industrial Maintenance: Methods & Organization
- 2023 – Centre Patronal SST – Canadian Criminal Code & Occupational Health & Safety: Obligations and Due Diligence
- 2023 – ÉTS – Priority Management: Best Practices
- 2022 – ÉTS – Managing Interpersonal Conflict in the Workplace
- 2021 – ÉTS – Preparing for and Managing Difficult Meetings
- 2020 – Réseautage Inc. – High-Performance Management
- 2014 / 2017 / 2025 – St. John Ambulance – Workplace First Aid Certification
- 2013 / 2017 / 2021 – Liftow – Forklift, Hoisting & Rigging Certification
Professional Experience
Manufacturing Company – Electrical Equipment Manufacturing & Distribution
2006 – Present
Maintenance Director | 2021 – Present
- Lead teams of machinists, toolmakers, industrial mechanics, electrical technicians, and janitorial staff.
- Manage third-party maintenance service providers and on-site contractors.
- Oversee the MRO spare parts inventory.
- Approve first-off production authorizations.
- Provide direct support to manufacturing operations.
- Coordinate health and safety activities, including H&S committee meetings, Gemba walks, and daily safety meetings.
- Participate in mechanical and electrical technical decision-making.
- Lead the maintenance department and manage improvement projects.
- Ensure efficient operation of the maintenance department.
- Contribute to product research, development, and design.
- Coordinate manufacturing contracts with subcontractors.
- Prepare quotations for new products.
- Manage the plant’s Kanban systems.
- Develop tracking tools to help teams achieve performance objectives.
Tooling Supervisor | 2019 – 2021
- Supervised the machining and tooling team.
- Led annual tooling shop projects.
- Responsible for CSA/UL compliance activities.
- Managed tooling suppliers.
- Supported production operations.
- Ordered materials through SAP.
- Assigned work based on production priorities.
- Contributed to product research and development.
- Led daily health and safety meetings.
Machining & Tooling Team Lead | 2009 – 2019
- Led daily operations of the machine shop.
- Participated in project management initiatives.
- Prepared work orders.
- Coached, evaluated, and supervised machinists.
- Managed team priorities.
- Ensured smooth department operations.
- Assisted with production planning.
- Coordinated shift handovers.
- Resolved shop-floor production issues.
- Assigned work according to priorities.
- Coordinated manufacturing contracts with subcontractors.
Machinist / Toolmaker | 2006 – 2009
- Manufactured dies and custom components for production.
- Repaired and maintained production dies.
- Resolved die-related technical issues.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings.
- Participated in various manufacturing projects.
- Performed welding as required.
- Worked in a hands-on manufacturing environment requiring strong problem-solving skills.
Education
Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) – Machining Techniques
2004–2006
High School Diploma
2002