Maintenance Manager

MAINTENANCE MANAGER NEEDED - ADRIAN, MICHIGAN AREA

A Leading Automotive Supplier near Adrian, Michigan needs a Maintenance Manager. Previous Maintenance Management Experience is an Automotive Manufacturing Plant is Required. Candidates Must have Metal Stamping & Welding Expertise. This is a Full Time, Permanent, Direct Hire Position offering Competitive Compensation, Discretionary Bonus Potential, Good Benefits, Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish, implement and maintain continuous plant operation by establishing preventative maintenance, equipment modification and repair programs in all facilities to meet and exceed customer requirements and expectations while providing a safe environment for employees.

• Provide direction and assistance to the Maintenance departments that will assist meeting and/or exceeding customer requirements.

• Establish, implement and maintain a total maintenance system

• Perform root cause analysis to identify causes of machine breakdowns (downtime analysis) and make recommendations to fix problem/issue

• Responsible for developing an effective and functional Preventative Maintenance system

• Responsible for administration of asset management system (MP2)

• Responsible for Maintenance portion of 7i system and provides leadership and direction for MRO stores

• Conduct gap analysis of maintenance systems at all facilities

• Work with Engineering/Quality/Production departments to provide input on equipment design and ensure quality standards are met and maintained

• Participate in continuous improvement activities that enhance quality and efficiencies

• Provide expertise in reducing cost of maintenance

• Arrange training for employees both on floor and in classroom on maintenance safety

• Oversee training, skill development and apprenticeship programs

• Develop a strong supplier base

• Conduct supplier on site visits

• Involved in equipment purchases and components

• Provides support for each division with major or difficult situations

• Works with facilities to develop a maintenance reporting system

• Develop equipment standards and strategies for future expansion

• Ensure maintenance standards are consistent between facilities and that best practices are shared

• Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5-S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Previous Maintenance Management Experience is a Manufacturing Plant Setting is Required.

• Candidates Must have Metal Stamping and Welding Expertise in a Manufacturing Plant Setting.

• Excellent Communication Skills including Written, Verbal and Presentation.

• Strong People Management Skills to Lead, Direct and Coach Employees.

• Effective Problem Solving and Decision-Making Skills.

• Ability to prioritize work to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities.

• Computer skills, e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, GroupWise, MS Project, MP2 and CMI software.

• Mechanical, Electrical and Mathematical Aptitude.

• Ability to gather, analyze and determine best solution.

• Ability to interact with all employees at all levels within the organization

• Recognized Technical Trade Certificate - Licensed as an Engineer, Industrial Electrician or Maintenance Technician

• Understanding and use of relevant Lean Methods and tools in all processes, and adherence to applicable standards.

• Use of the appropriate behavior in the daily relationship with other colleagues, customers, and suppliers.

• Support and participation in all tasks, trainings and development topics that will drive the Company towards Lean Excellence.

• Use of applicable Shopfloor & Office Management pillars & standards, & active participation in all Meetings & Activities.