Facilities & Maintenance Group Lead - Manufacturing

Slate Auto LLC; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 108,877 - 163,316; Full time

Job summary

Slate Auto LLC seeks a Group Leader for Facilities and Maintenance on the Crew E Shift to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and improvement of our manufacturing facility. You will lead the facilities and maintenance team, develop preventive maintenance schedules, coordinate with production and engineering, and ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance across building systems.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years in manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in facilities or maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing a team.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS.
• OSHA and safety regulations knowledge.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the facilities and maintenance team to ensure timely and effective maintenance of equipment and infrastructure.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and support manufacturing goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Manage maintenance budgets, inventory, and procurement of tools and spare parts.
• Oversee facility systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building management systems.
• Respond to emergency maintenance issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff, promoting continuous improvement and skill development.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Slate Auto LLC seeks a Group Leader for Facilities and Maintenance on the Crew E Shift to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and improvement of our manufacturing facility. You will lead the facilities and maintenance team, develop preventive maintenance schedules, coordinate with production and engineering, and ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance across building systems.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years in manufacturing