Partner with contractors and service providers to support maintenance projects and specialized repairs.
Engineering & Continuous Improvement
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering on equipment upgrades, process improvements, and plant modifications.
Work closely with Production leadership to improve equipment reliability, uptime, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and maintenance practices.
Support and sustain Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives throughout the facility.
Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement activities to drive operational excellence.
Safety, Environmental & Compliance
Promote and enforce all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Actively participate in safety meetings, safety walks, ergonomic reviews, audits, and improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, environmental, and company safety standards.
Identify and report unsafe conditions and behaviors and drive corrective actions.
Lead investigations related to incidents, accidents, injuries, and near misses.
Complete root cause analyses utilizing 8D methodology, 5 Whys, and other problem-solving tools.
Support plant objectives related to workplace safety, environmental sustainability, and compliance.
Administration & Reporting
Maintain maintenance records, reports, and department documentation.
Prepare and submit monthly maintenance performance reports to the Engineering Manager.
Manage departmental budget accounts and maintenance expenditures.
Interpret blueprints, specifications, job orders, and technical documentation for maintenance personnel.
Coordinate maintenance activities with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other plant departments.
On-Call Support
Provide support to Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams as needed.
Participate in after-hours troubleshooting and emergency maintenance situations to support plant operations.
Qualifications
Required
Minimum of 5 years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment with relevant education and certifications, or 10 years of manufacturing maintenance experience without a degree.
Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
OSHA 30 Certification.
NFPA 70E Certification.
NFPA 70B Certification.
Valid driver's license.
General working knowledge of industrial control systems and PLCs, including Allen-Bradley platforms.
Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical documents, and equipment manuals.
Ability to pass an annual physical examination.
Preferred
NFPA 101 Certification.
Experience implementing and sustaining Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs.
Experience with automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, and electronic torque monitoring systems.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Previous experience within an automotive manufacturing environment.
Skills & Competencies
Leadership and team development
Preventive and predictive maintenance
PLC and industrial controls troubleshooting
Root cause analysis and problem solving
TPM and Continuous Improvement
Budget management
Production support and equipment reliability
Safety and regulatory compliance
Project coordination and contractor management
Strong communication and organizational skills
Work Environment
This position operates in a manufacturing facility and requires regular interaction with production equipment, maintenance personnel, contractors, and engineering teams. The role may require physical activity, exposure to industrial environments, and occasional emergency response outside normal working hours.
Schedule: 3rd Shift (6:30 PM - 4:30 AM) with flexibility to support plant operations as needed.
PRIMARY LOCATION
Avanzar San Antonio Facility
