Job Description

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

The Skilled Trades Manager oversees coordinates the installation, maintenance, and repairs of all company tooling, machinery and equipment within the facility, including any maintenance or repairs of the building or property production and associated tooling. The Skilled Trades Manager manages all maintenance and tool and die personnel in a safe, effective and efficient manner in compliance with the company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements including the effective efficient tool design with minimal downtime attributed to tooling problems.

• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Ensures all dies and fixtures are properly maintained with preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate regular preventive maintenance on daily equipment and facility such as replacing light bulbs.
• Creates and maintains a tool room and maintenance budget on supplies, die repairs and fixtures.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Involved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations or updates to current systems. 
• Coordinate and monitor contractor activities for projects.
• Work with site-wide building maintenance to ensure compliance to any construction, renovation or updates.
• Update project information and maintain project files
• Organize drawings and prepare drawing packages to support project activity
• Support department management, project managers and consultants as required
• Update and maintains information in (Company Name) records systems and department databases
• Set priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work.
• Maintain adequate supplies and equipment for the maintenance department.
• Requisition work to be completed through Purchasing.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Meet with Fire Department, Hydro, etc. as required.
• Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required.
• Drive Flex-N-Gate, vehicles, as required.
• Coordinate the painting and decorating of the interior and exterior surfaces as required.
• Adhere to departmental procedures and systems, e.g., 'systems for preventative maintenance', 'maintenance requisitions', scheduled work and continued quality improvement/risk management programs.
• Organize minor construction work, e.g., dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry work, pouring concrete, etc.
• Maintain inventory of new equipment, manuals and warranties.
• Operate computerized preventative maintenance program.
• Troubleshoot and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures.
• Schedule preventative maintenance checks of all electrical alarms
• Responsible for the install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.
• Organize mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, e.g., circulating pumps, air handling systems, and refrigeration etc.
• Initiate safety concerns and makes judgment on the best methods of completing tasks.
• Responsible for snow removal and ice safety.
• Responsible for landscaping and the overall esthetic look of Flex-N-Gate, Ventra property.
• Accountable for short-term planning and keeping appropriate authorities aware of decisions being made.
• Prepare monthly reports and budget
• Preparation of capital plan in consultation with unit maintenance committee
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.

• Community College in a related field
• Five years in a mechanical/electrical capacity as a tradesman or;
• Five years related experience.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Ability to maintain organization of maintenance schedule and files in a changing environment
• Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
• Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures
• Ability to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures)
• Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation
• Lead portions but not limited to Environmental and safety programs.
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Able to create alternative solutions to problems
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email
• Possess supervisory skills
• Proven ability to troubleshoot
• Conflict Resolution skills
• Employee relations skills
• Statistical Process Control for Machine Capability
• Possess ISO TS14001 knowledge
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making
• Able to attain passport and travel internationally.

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
  
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
  
• Paid holidays and vacation time
  What do our employees have to say?
  “It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
  “Lots of growth opportunity.”
  “The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
  Not just a job—a great place to work!
  Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

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