Maintenance Area Leader: Lead Maintenance & Lean Improvement

Magna International; Montezuma (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology company seeks a Maintenance Area Leader in Montezuma, Iowa. The role involves directing maintenance workflows, overseeing associates, and ensuring safety and productivity. The ideal candidate requires a high school diploma, supervisory experience, and knowledge of PLC systems. Responsibilities include managing maintenance tasks, implementing preventive measures, and promoting a safety-first environment. This position is crucial for enhancing plant operations and supporting team development.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Prefer a two year associates degree or higher in a related field.
• Prefer three years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct maintenance associates safely and productively.
• Conduct performance evaluations tied to company goals.
• Assist in implementing effective preventive maintenance programs.
• Lead department improvements through lean manufacturing principles.

Skills

Knowledge of PLC, ladder logic

Organizational and managerial skills

Proficiency in computer applications

Ability to read and analyze technical documents

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts

Integrity and honesty

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year associates degree or higher in a related field

Three years of supervisory experience

Job description

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What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities

Position Summary: The Maintenance Area Leader will direct the work flow in the maintenance department for the assigned shift(s) by managing associates and projects, and work with vendors and contractors as necessary.

Job Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned and required.

• Oversee and direct maintenance associates in a safe, quality minded, and productive manner with a sense of urgency to attain production priorities as scheduled
• Fill in for the Asst. Maintenance Manager in his/her absence
• Hold daily pre-shift meetings on assigned shift with associates. Visits other pre-shift meetings in the department to provide feedback and support
• Communicate with maintenance leadership and other plant personnel about maintenance concerns; provide status reports as appropriate
• Assist in the implementations and improvement of effective preventive maintenance programs for all plant equipment
• Support efforts to achieve department and plant goals on Employee Opinion Survey
• Conduct performance evaluations on associates that are tied to plant and company goals and provides regular feedback on work performance, utilizing individual corrective action plans if necessary. Apply consistent and fair progressive discipline to associates when necessary and discuss such action with appropriate personnel
• Ensure all documentation is maintained, including associate documentation
• Work with vendors and/or contractors, display company values of honesty and integrity
• Lead the department in design and development of improving methods and equipment through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
• Perform maintenance duties as required
• Follow and support LMV’s and Magna’s operating principles & Employee Charter
• Exemplify a Safety First approach by obeying safety rules and procedures, wear PPE at all times and immediately address all safety concerns. Promote an environment where zero injuries is the expected standard
• Support quality and environmental policies
• May be required to adjust shifts as necessary
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct responsibility for maintenance area leaders and associates

Education And/or Experience

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Prefer a two year associates degree or higher in a related field
• Prefer three years of supervisory experience
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of PLC, ladder logic, robotic interfaces and programming
• Must have good organizational and managerial skills to attend to multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must be proficient in computer applications
• Must exhibit high integrity and honesty
• Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, diagrams, requirements and business correspondences
• Ability to effectively and appropriately present information and respond to questions from various groups
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts as appropriate
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  
  

Physical Demands

• Able to lift up to 75lbs
• Walking, bending, kneeling and standing frequently
• Able to use the step ladder and work in elevated heights
  
  

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Notice Regarding The Use Of AI

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.

These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.

Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Cosma International