TL Maintenance - 1st Shift - Cheraw 2

Schaeffler•Cheraw, SC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent combined with extensive work experience in this field
Ability to use instruments for measuring and to identify defects
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, understand instructions and write clear communications in English
Ability to understand and operate complex machinery
Good visual acuity
Ability to lift heavy objects if required
External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship
At least 3-5 years of technical experience with mechanical machine repair
Ability to give guidance to technicians who are executing machine repairs
Ability to read mechanical drawings, manuals, and technical documents
Ability to identify repeat failures and work with the maintenance planning side to update preventive maintenance task list
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, maintenance methods, and safety regulations
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Basic computer skills and documentation accuracy
Root cause analysis and continuous improvement mindset
Ability to work under pressure and manage emergencies
May require shift work, overtime, and weekend availability

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
Multiple years of experience operating and handling complex machinery in a manufacturing environment
Experience working with power tools
Ability to run a milling machine and lathe
Ability to manufacture new parts (or repair broken ones) with what's available to prevent extensive downtimes
Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Experience in manufacturing, automotive, or heavy industry
Familiarity with Lean Maintenance or TPM

Responsibilities

Lead and develop maintenance staff, and ensure proper execution of maintenance and repair of production machines in a segment or facility equipment for plant buildings as assigned.
Monitor effectiveness of maintenance and repair activities, coordinate respective resources and processes.
Support Maintenance Technicians, and ensure achievement of agreed performance standards.
Manage service provider and continuously check for achievements of service level agreed, if required.
Guiding technicians who are performing mechanical machine repairs and mechanical tasks
Owning the process of escalating a situation that a technician out of the team can’t solve
Identifying repeat failures and work with the maintenance planning side to update preventive maintenance task list
Support troubleshooting activities and recognize the moment when somebody more advanced needs to be added to a job
Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities
Troubleshoot mechanical failures and coordinate rapid repairs
Ensure equipment availability, reliability, and compliance with standards
Support installation, commissioning, and modification of machinery
Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and spare parts usage
Enforce safety procedures and safe work practices
Coordinate with production, engineering, and other departments
Train, coach, and develop team members
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction
Inspect mechanical systems such as pumps, motors, compressors, conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
Review maintenance schedules and prioritize urgent tasks
Assign technicians based on skill and workload
Verify quality of completed work and equipment performance
Support root cause analysis for repeated failures
Manage spare parts and maintenance tools
Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout and other safety requirements