Line Coach Maintenance

Johnson Electric Group; Schweiz; Remote; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric is seeking a Line Coach Maintenance to uphold optimal operation of manufacturing lines through proactive and reactive maintenance. The role emphasizes safety compliance, leadership during complex breakdowns, and driving root-cause-driven improvements.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, fault analysis, and the ability to work in a multilingual, international environment, with willingness to work shifts, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training in industrial maintenance or related field.
• Extensive industrial maintenance experience with complex equipment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and set up machines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SUVA safety regulations and HSE standards during interventions.
• Provide technical leadership during complex breakdowns without direct supervision of technicians.
• Maintain equipment reliability through structured troubleshooting and RCA.
• Optimize preventive and condition-based maintenance and define standards for N1/N2/N3.
• Coach and develop technicians ensuring adherence to standards.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Troubleshooting RCA 8D

Reading technical drawings

Team collaboration

Multilingual communication

Education

BTS / Federal Diploma in industrial maintenance

Tools

RCA tools

8D problem solving

Job description

The Line Coach Maintenance plays a pivotal role in ensuring the optimal functioning and efficiency of manufacturing production lines through proactive and reactive maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SUVA safety regulations and HSE standards during all technical interventions.
• Act as the technical reference for the assigned area and provide technical leadership during complex breakdowns, without direct hierarchical responsibility for technicians.
• Ensure equipment reliability and availability through structured troubleshooting, root cause analysis (RCA), and the implementation of sustainable corrective actions.
• Optimize preventive and condition-based maintenance strategies, define the scope and standards for N1, N2, and N3 maintenance activities, and ensure follow-up of actions resulting from inspections and controls.
• Coach and support technicians, transfer critical technical knowledge, and develop their technical autonomy while ensuring compliance with standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training (BTS, Federal Diploma, or equivalent) in industrial maintenance, electromechanics, automation, or a related field.
• Significant experience in industrial maintenance, with proven expertise in complex equipment and technical systems.
• Strong ability to read technical drawings and perform machine setup and adjustments.
• Strong team player, highly regarded by colleagues, and comfortable working in a professional, international, and multilingual environment.
• Languages: French and/or German and/or English.
• Proficient in troubleshooting methodologies, root cause analysis (RCA/8D), and structured problem-solving for complex technical issues.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts and occasional weekends, as required.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems.

We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values.

Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company.

Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

About Johnson Electric Group

The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Warehouse Automation, Liquid Cooling and Robotic joints. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 30,000 individuals in over 20 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For more information, visit johnsonelectric.com.

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