Job Description
Job Overview:
About Us
We are a Tier One automotive supplier specializing in the design and production of lighting systems, accessories, and electronic components. Our U.S. manufacturing facility supports tooling, production engineering, and assembly operations with dedicated teams across Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Customer Service. We value innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
How You Will Succeed
Strong organizational and time-management skills
High attention to detail
Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
What You Will Be Doing
You will provide leadership and daily supervision to maintenance associates while ensuring production equipment operates efficiently and downtime is minimized. Key responsibilities include:
Lead maintenance technicians through performance planning and Continuous Improvement Discussions to align expectations and meet departmental goals
Identify and implement strategies to reduce equipment-related downtime and improve maintenance efficiency
Coordinate maintenance and repair improvement projects, including ordering required parts
Develop, delegate, and conduct training programs for technicians
Support manufacturing through troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and process improvement initiatives
Delegate and participate in daily maintenance and repair activities
Participate in daily production meetings and line walk-throughs, communicating findings and results
Monitor and manage maintenance budgets
Track manufacturing downtime and implement countermeasures based on downtime reports
Manage tools and spare parts systems to ensure availability
Maintain and update spare parts within the CMMS system
Issue preventive maintenance tasks and verify completion within Maximo
Post and update downtime percentage charts monthly
Update technician goal planners monthly and conduct Continuous Improvement Discussions
Develop and monitor Before/After and PDCA initiatives tied to downtime and performance data
Monitor task boards and ensure timely completion of assigned work
Maintain cleanliness standards across maintenance areas and assembly lines
Support initiatives that improve Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Development
How You Will Be Rewarded
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Additional benefits and career development opportunities
How You Will Qualify
Associate degree in Maintenance or related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (5 years preferred)
1+ year of supervisory experience in an industrial maintenance environment (3 years preferred)
Knowledge of robotic dispensing, soldering, screw driving, product handling, electrical testing, and vision systems
Lean Manufacturing experience including Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Gemba activities
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
Experience with robotics and pneumatics preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience with PLC, HMI, robotic systems, and PC-based control systems
Knowledge of machine vision systems
Strong analytical and training and coaching abilities
Experience with maintenance management systems, preferably Maximo
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and manuals
Working Conditions
Office environment approximately 2 hours per day
Manufacturing cleanroom environment approximately 6 hours per day
Warehouse and equipment handling duties 5 to 10 days per year
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Approximately 6 hours per day on feet
Approximately 4 hours per day bending and working in, around, or under machinery
Use of pallet jacks, carts, and racks for equipment handling
Required gowning and footwear changes for office and cleanroom areas
Occasional overnight travel for training or remote support
Overtime may be required to meet customer and production demands
Hazards
This role involves frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, chemicals, elevated temperatures, and moderate noise levels. Hearing protection may be required in designated areas.
Our Commitment
All associates share responsibility for customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Success is achieved by delivering high-quality products on time and at competitive costs. Every team member plays a meaningful role in contributing to overall organizational success.
