Maintenance Manager - General Assembly

Stellantis NV•Sterling Heights, MI

29d

About The Position

The General Assembly Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading the maintenance team in ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety of all manufacturing equipment and systems within the General Assembly area. This role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or journeyperson; and minimum of 8 years of industrial automation maintenance experience, including some supervisory experience.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Ability to work any shift and overtime as required
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required.
Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members, supported by strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead team.
Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing.
Troubleshooting and programming experience in one of the following: controls, robotics, drives and system level communication systems, sealing systems, glass cell systems, and various conveyance systems
Experience with machine, systems operation, and integration.
Must possess a working knowledge of advanced technical problem-solving tools.
Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher in technical/engineering field (i.e., BSME or BSEE)
Previous experience working in a union environment
Production/maintenance supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Familiar with lean manufacturing systems and implementation
Seven or more years maintenance experience in a manufacturing/automotive environment
Experience with RS Logic, PLC-5, Control Logics, Allen Bradley Drive Systems, machine installation, robotic automation, and application.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of supervisors, specialists, and skilled trades in the General Assembly area
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and automation issues
Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to support operational goals
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies
Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles
Maintain accurate maintenance records and generate reports on equipment performance and downtime
Support capital projects and equipment installations as needed
Direct activities around troubleshooting and programming in of the following: controls, robotics, drives and system level communication systems, glass cell systems, various conveyance systems, vision systems and sensors use and application.