Manufacturing and Production Operations Manager

Daimler Truck AG•Gaffney, SC

1d•$128,000 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role The Maintenance / Facility Manager oversees all plant maintenance, facilities operations, and infrastructure systems to ensure maximum uptime, safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency within a heavy duty truck manufacturing environment. This role leads a multi disciplinary maintenance team, manages preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and partners closely with production leadership to support continuous improvement and zero defect manufacturing. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $128,000 - $164,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What You Drive at DTNA 1. Maintenance Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians, electricians, mechanics, and facilities personnel. Manage daily maintenance activities to support production schedules and minimize equipment downtime. Create a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement 2. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Develop and manage preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) programs for all plant equipment, including assembly lines, robotics, CNC machines, paint systems, and material‑handling equipment. Utilize CMMS tools to schedule work orders, track equipment performance, and analyze failure patterns. 3. Facility & Infrastructure Management Oversee plant infrastructure systems: HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air, water systems, fire suppression, building automation, and general facility upkeep. Manage vendors, contractors, and service partners for facility-related projects. 4. Equipment Reliability & Technical Support Implement root-cause analysis (RCA) to identify and eliminate recurring equipment issues. Drive corrective actions that improve MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and reduce MTTR (Mean Time To Repair). Collaborate with engineering and production teams on equipment upgrades, layout changes, and capital planning. 5. Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other regulatory requirements. Maintain documentation for inspections, audits, and environmental reporting. Support corporate safety initiatives and lead hazard‑mitigation efforts. 6. Budgeting & Cost Control Develop and manage annual maintenance and facilities budgets. Track spending, control inventory, and optimize spare parts strategies. Evaluate cost-effective maintenance approaches, technologies, and vendor contracts. 7. Capital Projects & Continuous Improvement Lead or support capital improvement projects including line upgrades, facility expansions, and equipment installations. Apply lean manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, TPM) to optimize equipment performance and facility workflows. Partner with engineering on equipment specifications, commissioning, and acceptance testing. Key Competencies Leadership & team development Technical troubleshooting and RCA Project management Budget management Communication & cross‑functional collaboration Continuous improvement mindset Safety orientation Strategic planning and problem-solving Working Conditions Primarily on-site in a heavy‑duty manufacturing environment. Requires regular presence on the plant floor around machinery, forklifts, and production operations. May include on-call responsibilities during off-hours for critical equipment failures. Knowledge You Should Bring Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Industrial Maintenance, or related field—OR equivalent technical experience. 5–10+ years of maintenance leadership experience within manufacturing; heavy‑duty, automotive, or high‑volume assembly strongly preferred. Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems. Experience with CMMS platforms and data‑driven maintenance strategies. Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, building codes, and industrial safety regulations. Exceptional Candidates Might Have Experience in Heavy Duty Truck or automotive manufacturing. Certifications: CMRP, PMP, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or equivalent. Experience managing union or mixed labor environments (if applicable). Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies, smart sensors, and reliability engineering tools. #LI-TN1 #LI-Onsite Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Gaffney, SC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Schedule Type: Onsite At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD. Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Industrial Maintenance, or related field—OR equivalent technical experience.
5–10+ years of maintenance leadership experience within manufacturing; heavy‑duty, automotive, or high‑volume assembly strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
Experience with CMMS platforms and data‑driven maintenance strategies.
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, building codes, and industrial safety regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Heavy Duty Truck or automotive manufacturing.
Certifications: CMRP, PMP, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or equivalent.
Experience managing union or mixed labor environments (if applicable).
Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies, smart sensors, and reliability engineering tools.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians, electricians, mechanics, and facilities personnel.
Manage daily maintenance activities to support production schedules and minimize equipment downtime.
Create a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Develop and manage preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) programs for all plant equipment, including assembly lines, robotics, CNC machines, paint systems, and material‑handling equipment.
Utilize CMMS tools to schedule work orders, track equipment performance, and analyze failure patterns.
Oversee plant infrastructure systems: HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air, water systems, fire suppression, building automation, and general facility upkeep.
Manage vendors, contractors, and service partners for facility-related projects.
Implement root-cause analysis (RCA) to identify and eliminate recurring equipment issues.
Drive corrective actions that improve MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and reduce MTTR (Mean Time To Repair).
Collaborate with engineering and production teams on equipment upgrades, layout changes, and capital planning.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain documentation for inspections, audits, and environmental reporting.
Support corporate safety initiatives and lead hazard‑mitigation efforts.
Develop and manage annual maintenance and facilities budgets.
Track spending, control inventory, and optimize spare parts strategies.
Evaluate cost-effective maintenance approaches, technologies, and vendor contracts.
Lead or support capital improvement projects including line upgrades, facility expansions, and equipment installations.
Apply lean manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, TPM) to optimize equipment performance and facility workflows.
Partner with engineering on equipment specifications, commissioning, and acceptance testing.

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans