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Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together.

You can learn more about us at www.riversidenaturalfoods.com.

Position Summary/Objective

The Director of Maintenance is a solutions-oriented individual who will oversee the function at multiple sites. This individual will have a passion for people development and the ability to work cross-functionally and build long term win-win relationships. Strong ethical standards and perseverance to overcome challenges, while maintaining a fun environment are critical.

Primary Responsibilities

Leading and developing the Maintenance teams.
Ensuring the company has world-class Asset Management Reliability programs and standards to execute innovation and support a robust supply chain
Oversight of the maintenance budgets
Collaboration with other departments to meet/exceed annual operating plans and other strategic milestones
Custodian and advocate of the safety of maintenance work on-site
Development of technical competence framework for maintenance within the organization
Identifying and delivering projects to improve quality, cost, sustainability, and/or safety
Benchmark and apply best practices to Riverside
Continually upgrading subject matter knowledge to keep pace with the growth of the business and industry changes
Driving a continuous improvement culture

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the VP of Manufacturing & Engineering
Director reports: Maintenance Manager, Reliability Engineer, Indirect Buyer

Education & Qualifications

University degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
+10 years of experience with food/pharma manufacturing processes and hygienic designs
Experience with implementation and executing a full scale CMMS
Lean/Six Sigma skills desirable

Skills & Abilities

Team player
Self-starter with a strong drive for results, and desire to develop people
Solid multitasking, analytical, and decision-making skills
Ability to identify root causes and solve problems
Strong communication skills (verbal & written)




Experience with CapEx management an asset Demonstrates HUMILITY throughout the company daily

What We Expect

Values-led: You’ll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun. Sometimes, even making granola bars is hard, and life’s too short to take ourselves so seriously that we don’t enjoy the journey.
Unparalleled experiences and opportunities: We’re still determining who we are and what we can be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we’ll offer the world, into the future. This means rolling up your sleeves and sometimes building the process – fast! – while employing it. At Riverside, progress occasionally means proceeding imperfectly, and we’re okay with that, as long as we’re staying true to our values and learning and improving along the way.
Access to everyone: We’re a flat organization with few silos which means you’ll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff. Even when employees dress up, they wear steel-toed shoes. So don’t be shy. Speak up, share your ideas and go places you normally wouldn’t – like the plant, or the boardroom.
Personal development: We’ll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself. Career paths at Riverside are carved by the people walking on them, not dictated by leaders. Count on us to give you the training and tools to grow and progress.
Gratitude: As a growing business, we can’t always offer formal recognition like awards programs, but we do show our true gratitude and appreciation. At Riverside, we’re all in this together and we value you.

What We Offer

Values-led: We don’t cut corners or step on anyone or anything on our way to our summit. There is no winning at all costs here. Every step you take must align with our values, no compromises.
Courageous determination: As a family-run, rapidly growing business, we are often challenged to find ways to deliver that aren’t obvious or easy. You must be willing to try, ask and answer challenging questions, test and learn, turn over every stone, keep moving forward and help us find a way through. Resourcefulness and grit will be your constant companions at Riverside and will serve you well.
Humility: We’re a small (but growing) fish in a sea of whales and sharks. We know the products we offer are some of the healthiest and most sustainable, but we don’t brag about it, and know we have a steep path ahead. We pride ourselves in being respectful and supportive of others while shining brightly through our innovative, high-quality products.



There isn’t one superstar at Riverside. We take turns leading the way as we climb to the summit.
Continuous improvement: As a learn-as-we-go organization, we rely on each other to continuously improve everything we touch to make it better, more efficient, more sustainable, and more endearing to customers, consumers, employees, vendors, partners and the community. We own our mistakes and learn from them as we wind our way to the top.

Wait! There’s more!

Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs!
RRSP matching or IRA matching for an empowered financial journey
Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

How To Apply

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals.com with the job title you are applying for in the subject line or click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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📌 Maintenance Director (Ontario)
🏢 Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. (Home of MadeGood)
📍 Ontario