Maintenance Manager

Location: Santa Teresa

About the job Maintenance Manager

Job Description:

As the Maintenance and Engineering Manager at International Manufacturing Company, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing all maintenance and engineering activities at our facilities. We are seeking a highly qualified professional with a strong background in the automotive or manufacturing industry, as well as deep technical knowledge across a variety of areas, from pneumatics to quality and environmental systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Maintenance and Engineering Manager in the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Solid technical knowledge in pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanics, electronics, power electricity, and service equipment.
• Experience in launching new projects and products, APQP, FMEA, Control Plan, and poke yokes.
• Experience in engineering changes, Lean Manufacturing, and layout improvement.
• Experience in developing and implementing continuous improvement and energy-saving projects.
• Experience in budgeting, CAPEX management, installation, and transfer of machinery and equipment.
• Experience in managing operational staff and contractors.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Strong communication, leadership, initiative, proactivity, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise all maintenance and engineering activities to ensure efficient operation of facilities and equipment.
• Implement and maintain robust safety practices, including compliance with standards such as Lockout Tagout, confined spaces, and hot work permits.
• Develop and implement strategies for continuous process improvement, including the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and energy-saving projects.
• Lead the launch of new projects and products, ensuring successful integration into existing operations.
• Develop budgets and manage CAPEX for the maintenance and engineering department.
• Oversee the installation and transfer of machinery and equipment, ensuring efficiency and process safety.
• Manage the performance of the maintenance team, including operational staff and contractors.
• Maintain high standards of quality and environmental compliance, adhering to regulations such as IATF-16949 and ISO 14000.
• Report and analyze relevant KPIs to assess departmental performance and take corrective actions as needed.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. They prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.