Plant Maintenance Manager Level 2

faurecia S.A.; Chakan; On-site; INR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA seeks an experienced Plant Equipment & Maintenance lead to drive reliability and TPM across our manufacturing facilities in Maharashtra. You will oversee maintenance scheduling, drive MTTR/MTBF improvements, and ensure robust TPM, PM and CBM programs on welding lines, forming machines, and robotic systems.

The ideal candidate holds an Electrical/Electrical/Mechanical engineering degree with 14–18 years of relevant experience in exhaust/manufacturing settings and demonstrates strong

Qualifications

• Degree holders with engineering background and relevant maintenance expertise.
• Experience in plant equipment maintenance and TPM practices.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, automation and SPM tooling.

Responsibilities

• Reduce breakdowns of plant equipment and tooling.
• Schedule and oversee all maintenance work.
• Improve DLE, MTTR and MTBF metrics.
• Maintain TPM, PM, TBM, CBM practices on shop floor.
• Capable to diagnose with 8D, Why-Why, fishbone using Six Sigma methods.

Skills

Analytical skills

Manpower management

Maintenance systems knowledge

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Continuous improvement

Team player

PLC/Automation

Education

Diploma / BE in Electrical Engg. / Electronic/ Mechanical Engg

Tools

Fanuc welding Robot

SPM machines

AB PLC

Siemens PLC

Canning Line

Welding machines

Press machines

Forming machines

Mechatronics

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Overall responsibilities and duties:

• Responsible for Plant Equipment & tooling breakdown reduction
• Scheduling & overseeing all maintenance related work.
• Accountable for Plant DLE, MTTR & MTBF improvement.
• Knowledge of AB PLC, Siemens PLC, Scanners.
• Strong IATF & ISO requirement knowledge, Good in Maintenance documentation.
• Experience in Welding machine (MIG, TIG), Canning Line, Robotic welding, press machines, Forming machines.
• Responsible for TPM implementation, PM, TBM, CBM hands on experience is must.
• Capable to solve repeat breakdowns through 8D, Why Analysis, Fish Bone diagram, Six sigma, QRCI methodology.
• Responsible for Spare part management i.e., Min-Max level, critical parts monitoring & Plant Budget management for manufacturing cost
• Knowledge of Fanuc welding Robot, SPM machines is must.
• Good knowledge & skill of team handling

The main missions of the role are:

• Responsible to implement FES system for Maintenance.
• Responsible for Maintenance méthodologies implementation.
• Responsible for Spare part management i.e., Min-Max level, critical parts monitoring.
• Capable to handle AMC, Utility activities.
• Knowledge of Fanuc welding Robot, SPM machines is must.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

The ideal candidate will have/be:

Minimum education level:

• Diploma / BE in Electrical Engg. / Electronic/ Mechanical Engg.

Experience:

• Minimum 14 to 18 years relevant experience.
• Experience in Exhaust Manufacturing facility will be added advantage.
• Experience of Maintenance department management.

Skills and competencies:

• Strong Analytical skill required.
• Responsible to handle manpower resources
• Strong maintenance system, procedures knowledge
• Strong communications, presentation skills
• Continuous Improvement Attitude
• Good team player, situational awareness.
• Technically sound in PLC system, Automation, SPM, Mechatronics approach.

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com