Job OverviewDrive operational excellence as a Manager - Maintenance by leading maintenance standards and ensuring optimal machine availability in your plant.
Your Key Responsibilities- Implement approved maintenance methods, procedures, and tools while managing budgets and resources effectively.
- Define and coordinate maintenance-specific processes and schedules collaboratively with supply chain and production planning teams.
- Plan and drive preventative maintenance activities to minimize machine downtime and extend equipment life.
- Oversee all maintenance activities across assigned workshops to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
- Contribute to the design, layout, realization, and continuous optimization of technical infrastructure.
- Manage relationships and cooperation with external suppliers and maintenance service providers.
- Lead and empower your team by creating development plans, coaching, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Maintain compliance with company policies including Quality, Safety, and Environment, while upholding Schaeffler's Code of Conduct.
Your QualificationsRequired:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
- Proven experience leading maintenance operations in a high volume industrial, manufacturing, or facilities environment.
- Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Experience with budgeting and cost analysis for maintenance programs, including labor, parts, and downtime impacts.
- Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements applicable to maintenance operations.
- Background with reliability-centered maintenance, root cause analysis, or continuous improvement initiatives
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship
Preferred:
- Certification such as CMRP, CRL, or other maintenance/reliability-related credential
- Proven track record in transforming a classic maintenance department to a "zero unplanned downtime organization"
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies
- Experience managing vendor contracts, contractors, or capital improvement projects
- Background in spare parts inventory control and lifecycle asset management
Our OfferingAt Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
- Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
- Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs. Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
- Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.
See all of our benefits at: Schaeffler Benefits
Your contact Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
Jason Gould
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