Maintenance Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in maintenance within automotive manufacturing.
• 10 or more years of experience in automotive manufacturing.
• 5 or more years of experience in a management role.
• Deep knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes, production line systems, and facility equipment, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and power systems.
• Understanding of safety and environmental regulations, including OSHA, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
• Familiarity with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Experience with quality management systems and statistics-based quality methods.
• Proficiency in manufacturing optimization tools and philosophies such as TPS, Kaizen, and 5S.
• Skill in KPI tracking and implementing PDCA and continuous improvement cycles.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, team development, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and email communication platforms.
• Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to climb, bend, reach, stand for extended periods, and occasionally lift materials weighing up to 25 pounds as needed.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas.
• Availability to work flexible hours as needed to support production needs.

Nice To Haves

• Japanese language proficiency at a daily or business conversation level.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations to support stable production and safe facility operations.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maintain production stability and prevent equipment failure.
• Supervise and train Maintenance Section staff, including responsibility for labor, development, safety, and performance.
• Set departmental targets, assign responsibilities, and track progress using performance indicators.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues and support operational goals.
• Respond promptly to equipment or facility abnormalities to minimize production impacts.
• Monitor the maintenance department budget, including labor and materials costs.
• Drive continuous improvement through structured problem-solving and root cause analysis, including methods such as 5 Whys and FMEA.
• Manage spare parts inventory and asset tracking to support reliability and cost control.
• Ensure maintenance operations comply with safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and promote accountability and continuous improvement in safety.
• Monitor daily work operations and assist or direct subordinates as required.
• Conduct briefings and participate in technical meetings with internal and external representatives concerning operations or project and contract phases.
• Perform other duties as required to support operational and organizational goals.