Maintenance Manager

KIRCHHOFF Automotive SE; Tecumseh Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with match

Job summary

KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh is seeking a Maintenance supervisor to establish and sustain preventative maintenance across all facilities in Tecumseh, MI. You will guide maintenance teams, drive continuous improvement, and ensure equipment performance aligns with quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to reduce downtime and cost while maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication across all levels.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Ability to analyze, plan and implement maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement and maintain continuous plant operation with preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide direction to Maintenance departments to meet/exceed customer requirements.
• Develop and administer a total maintenance system.
• Perform root cause analysis to identify machine downtime causes.
• Develop equipment standards and strategies for future expansion.
• Conduct training for employees on maintenance safety and skills.

Skills

Communication

People management

Problem solving

Prioritization

Computer skills

Math/Mechanical aptitude

Cross-functional interaction

Leadership

Tools

MP2

CMI software

MS Project

Job description

KIRCHHOFF Automotive is a development partner to the automotive industry. We are active worldwide as a full-service supplier for complex metal and hybrid structures in body-inwhite, crash management systems, chassis applications and cross car beams. With 8,000 employees we are active all over the globe.Your Tasks· Establish, implement and maintain continuous plant operation by establishing preventative maintenance, equipment modification and repair programs in all facilities to meet and exceed customer requirements and expectations while providing a safe environment for employees.· Provide direction and assistance to the Maintenance departments that will assist meeting and/or exceeding customer requirements.· Establish, implement and maintain a total maintenance system· Perform root cause analysis to identify causes of machine breakdowns (downtime analysis) and make recommendations to fix problem/issue· Responsible for developing an effective and functional Preventative Maintenance system· Responsible for administration of asset management system (MP2)· Responsible for Maintenance portion of 7i system and provides leadership and direction for MRO stores· Conduct gap analysis of maintenance systems at all facilities· Work with Engineering/Quality/Production departments to provide input on equipment design and ensure quality standards are met and maintained· Participate in continuous improvement activities that enhance quality and efficiencies· Provide expertise in reducing cost of maintenance· Arrange training for employees both on floor and in classroom on maintenance safety· Oversee training, skill development and apprenticeship programs· Develop a strong supplier base· Conduct supplier on site visits· Involved in equipment purchases and components· Provides support for each division with major or difficult situations· Works with facilities to develop a maintenance reporting system· Develop equipment standards and strategies for future expansion· Ensure maintenance standards are consistent between facilities and that best practices are shared· Any other reasonable request made by management.· Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.· Ensures he/she is in full compliance with the laws of Ontario and/or any other province or state, while representing KIRCHHOFF Automotive or during the use of any KIRCHHOFF Automotive provided equipment.Your ProfileSkills (language, technical, computer etc.)Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation.Strong people management skills to lead, direct and coach employees.Effective problem solving and decision making skills.Ability to prioritize work in order to handle multiple tasks and changing prioritiesComputer skills, e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, GroupWise, MS Project, MP2 and CMI software.Mathematical and mechanical aptitude.Ability to gather, analyze and determine best solution.Ability to interact with all employees at all levels within the organization.Your BenefitsShort and Long Term Disability InsuranceVacation, paid holidaysTuition ReimbursementHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401k plan with a company matchInterested?Please send us your complete application documents(cover letter, CV, certificates and references) directly via our online application portal.We look forward to receiving your application/* widget: PDF Downloader */ #uc_custom_pdf_downloader_elementor_2ba92d2 .pdf_button { border-radius: 0px; border: 0px; } #uc_custom_pdf_downloader_elementor_2ba92d2 .pdf_Your contactErin LewisKIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh1200 E Chicago Blvd, Tecumseh, MI 49286, United States