Asset Care & Reliability Maintenance Manager

Eaton Corporation•Highland, IL

About The Position

Reporting into the Director of Operations - Crouse Hinds as well as the Director of Operations - B-Line, the incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing maintenance strategies to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our manufacturing assets across 11 manufacturing facilities. This role requires a proactive approach to asset management, focusing on preventive maintenance, continuous improvement, and the optimization of equipment performance. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for developing a high-performing plant maintenance organization capable of working in both heavy industrial and technologically advanced factories.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required OR eight (8) years of maintenance management experience
Minimum ten (10) years of experience with progressive levels of accountability and responsibility in Manufacturing/Operations, Maintenance, and/or Manufacturing Engineering is required
Minimum seven (7) years of plant manufacturing leadership experience is required
Knowledge of maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree within a technical field (e.g. Engineering)
MS or MBA degree
Prior experience in successfully implementing maintenance strategics while improving equipment reliability
Certified Black Belt from an accredited institution

Responsibilities

Create and oversee comprehensive maintenance strategies that include preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime
Manage the lifecycle of manufacturing assets, including procurement, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning. Ensure all assets are maintained in optimal condition.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in maintenance and reliability. Utilize data-driven approaches to enhance equipment performance and reduce operational costs.
Provide functional leadership and mentorship to Plant Managers and Plant Maintenance Managers.
Provide training and development opportunities to build teams' organizational capabilities within the latest maintenance techniques and technologies.
Build and maintain a high-performing plant maintenance organization capable of working both heavy industrial and technologically advanced factories.
Promote process standardization across the organization and integrate preventative maintenance solutions into the operating system model in collaboration with manufacturing engineering
Develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining high standards of equipment reliability and safety.
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with industry regulations and company safety standards.
Foster a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team.
Work closely with other departments, including production, engineering, and procurement, to coordinate maintenance activities and support overall operational goals.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for maintenance activities. Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.