Manager I- Maintenance

BAE Systems•Aiken, SC

43d•$107,952 - $183,518•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is looking for a Maintenance Manager I to join our CMS team with primary oversight of manufacturing maintenance activities. As a Maintenance Manager I, you will be responsible for all aspects of maintenance performance at the Aiken, SC site with a focus on leading, managing, and supervising the workforce crafts, vendors, and contractors on multiple shifts responsible for maintaining and repairing site infrastructure and equipment. You will maintain positive and productive working relationships with Operations Leadership and the workforce, supporting site customers by working in a safe, customer-centric manner. The role requires the ability to attract, retain and develop talent, execute a cohesive strategy to create an inclusive culture, and build an engaged workforce, ensuring necessary training and qualifications for maintenance personnel. Effective use of industry benchmarks and metrics/KPI’s that define best-in-class performance is crucial. You will apply a continuous improvement mindset to maintenance, excelling at technical and non-technical problem solving, root cause and corrective action implementation, and leading a team of managers and supervisors through complex problem solving. Establishing Preventive Maintenance scope and frequency, reviewing existing plans for accuracy and best practice, and prioritizing maintenance to reduce downtime through effective planning and scheduling are key responsibilities. Identifying PdM applications and developing implementation plans is also part of the role. You will set priorities, perform forecasting, and allocate resources to complete all repairs and projects related to corrective maintenance, while minimizing equipment downtime. Utilizing lean thinking/manufacturing fundamentals and TPM principles to organize workflow, streamline internal processes, and minimize equipment downtime is expected. You will use Oracle eAM CMMS to schedule, track, and report on equipment and infrastructure maintenance, service request/work orders and trouble calls, ensuring all maintenance team employees are following established practices. Managing facility equipment and tooling spare parts inventories to ensure operational readiness is required. You must lead the site Business Continuity Program (BCM) and serve as Incident Commander for Facilities Events. This role requires you to be highly self-motivated and on call for emergencies, with the ability to think strategically to plan effective changes in the organization and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

15 years in a similar managerial role or equivalent experience.
Excellent leadership and communication (written and oral) skills.
Good computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in related field (e.g. Engineering, Business Management, Building Construction Management)
Experience with reliability centered maintenance planning and predictive maintenance
Experience with development and execution of budgets.
Experience with metalworking equipment including machining centers, waterjets, lasers, blast booths, paint booths, and cranes.
Experience in cost reduction planning and execution.
Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing planning schedules and staffing.
Experience in construction, operations, test and commissioning; preventive and corrective maintenance
Intimate knowledge of utility market landscape, dynamics, and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and supervise the workforce crafts, vendors, and contractors on multiple shifts responsible for maintaining and repairing site infrastructure and equipment.
Maintain positive and productive working relationships with Operations Leadership and the workforce.
Support site customers by working in a safe, customer-centric manner.
Attract, retain and develop talent and execute a cohesive strategy to create in inclusive culture and build and engaged workforce.
Ensure necessary training and qualifications for maintenance personnel.
Apply a continuous improvement mindset to maintenance.
Excel at technical and non-technical problem solving, root cause and corrective action implementation, and lead a team of managers and supervisors through complex problem solving.
Establish Preventive Maintenance scope and frequency.
Review existing plans for accuracy and best practice.
Prioritize maintenance to reduce downtime through effective planning and scheduling.
Identify PdM applications and develop implementation plans.
Set priorities, perform forecasting, and allocate resources to complete all repairs and projects related to corrective maintenance, while minimizing equipment downtime.
Use lean thinking/manufacturing fundamentals and TPM principles to organize workflow, streamline internal processes, and minimize equipment downtime.
Utilize Oracle eAM CMMS to schedule, track, and report on equipment and infrastructure maintenance, service request/work orders and trouble calls; ensure all maintenance team employees are following established practices.
Manages facility equipment and tooling spare parts inventories to ensure operational readiness.
Lead site Business Continuity Program (BCM) and Incident Commander for Facilities Events.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.