TEF3 Maintenance Manager

Bosch • Lincolnton, NC

395d

About The Position

The TEF3 Maintenance Manager at Bosch in Lincolnton, NC, is responsible for establishing a robust Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) structure and enhancing the competence of the maintenance team. This role emphasizes continuous improvement, effective communication, and a servant leadership approach to foster a high-performing maintenance organization. The manager will utilize data-driven strategies to address key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure technical support staffing is well-prepared to meet operational standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience interacting closely with maintenance staff.
• Working understanding of TPM program requirements.
• Experience in process development and/or manufacturing.
• Ability to lead in a multi-cultural, diverse, international working environment.
• Experience interfacing with Lead Plants and International Production Networks.
• Exceptional continuous improvement process skills in direct and indirect areas.
• Emphasis on a culture of appreciation and servant leadership.
• Strong proactive, analytical, problem-solving, planning, and organization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements a highly mature TPM structure with a focus on continuous improvement, planned maintenance, and competence development.
• Leads the team in achieving critical KPI targets such as OEE %, technical availability, MTBF, and MTTR.
• Develops and deploys improvement strategies with minimal supervision.
• Builds a planned maintenance program with high on-time completion rates and documented PM work standards.
• Participates in business planning cycles and target setting.
• Follows BPS (Lean Production) guidelines and improves BPS maturity levels.
• Supports new product launches to enhance performance post-SOP.
• Builds technical competence through tracking and documentation of necessary skills.
• Communicates effectively with technicians, value stream managers, and executives.
• Implements organizational initiatives with minimal guidance.
• Leads meetings to foster team spirit and share company updates.
• Collaborates with local colleges to strengthen the technical apprentice program.
• Instills a 5S mindset within the team.
• Coaches and develops associates to achieve their career goals.
• Manages a spare parts crib team to ensure inventory accuracy and minimize downtime.
• Develops and implements cost reduction strategies in maintenance and spare parts activities.
• Supports the Industry 4.0 roadmap and initiatives for improved data transparency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees