IPEX is one of North America’s leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Excellence Manager to join our team at our office in Verdun, Quebec.Don’t miss the chance to be part of a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders, rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit, and status quo-fighters!<h2>📝 Job Summary</h2>Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and making a lasting impact? As Maintenance Excellence Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of transforming how IPEX plants operate — enhancing safety, reliability, and performance across our manufacturing network. This is more than a maintenance role; it’s a strategic opportunity to lead change, empower teams, and shape the future of our operations.You’ll collaborate with plant leaders and cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge maintenance practices, champion continuous improvement, and build a culture rooted in safety and innovation. If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to leave a legacy of excellence, this role is for you.<h2>📌 Principal Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Champion a people-first culture with a strong commitment to safety and standardized maintenance practices.</li><li>Lead site assessments, gap analyses, and change initiatives to elevate maintenance performance across locations.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement projects aligned with enterprise goals and plant-specific needs.</li><li>Embed EHS standards into all aspects of the Maintenance Excellence program.</li><li>Research and recommend emerging technologies and methods to enhance reliability and team development.</li><li>Support sourcing of external partners for technical consulting, training, and innovation.</li><li>Collaborate directly with plant teams, including leadership, management, and front-line staff.</li><li>Develop and execute action plans to support improvement initiatives.</li><li>Track and report on project progress and measurable outcomes.</li><li>Conduct regular site visits to ensure sustainability of improvements.</li><li>Prepare AFEs to secure funding and support for initiatives.</li><li>Lead or support Job Hazard Assessments (JHA) and Technical Needs Analyses (TNA).</li><li>Train key stakeholders in tools and methodologies that drive continuous improvement.</li></ul><h2></h2><h2>🎓 Qualifications &amp; Experience</h2><ul><li>Technical certification such as a trades license, PMP, or MMP.</li><li>10+ years of experience in maintenance roles (planning, scheduling, supervision).</li><li>5+ years in a leadership capacity.</li><li>Bilingual in French is required.</li><li>Strong background in manufacturing environments.</li><li>Proven expertise in maintenance best practices (e.g., RCM, PdM, CMMS).</li><li>Demonstrated success in leading organizational change.</li><li>Experience in training and instructional delivery.</li><li>Excellent relationship-building, written, and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Willingness and ability to travel to plants across Quebec and the U.S.</li></ul><h2></h2><h2>💬 Accessibility Statement</h2>IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at askhr@ipexna.com.#LI-MD3#IPEXCA

Water &ndash; our most precious natural resource &ndash; is essential to how we live and thrive. At Aliaxis, we&rsquo;re dedicated to preserving every drop to contribute to a better world. Some 75% of our products are designed to distribute, treat or store water, and we&rsquo;re also actively pursuing the transition to clean energy. Our company provides communities around the world with sustainable innovative solutions for water and energy, leading the industry in a way that anticipates the rapidly evolving needs of its customers and of society.

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