Maintenance Manager – 24/7 Solar Cell Factory Ops

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company based in Texas is seeking an experienced Machine Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team for advanced solar cell production equipment. This role involves developing comprehensive maintenance strategies to ensure equipment availability while driving continuous improvement and adhering to safety protocols. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in industrial maintenance and leadership roles, with knowledge of cleanroom standards and advanced automation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing/operations environment.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of maintenance technicians.
• Develop and execute comprehensive maintenance strategies.
• Oversee troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex systems.
• Integrate maintenance windows with factory schedules.
• Manage maintenance budgets and vendor relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Team development

Cleanroom standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM discipline

5+ years of experience leading industrial maintenance teams

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Data analytics tools

Job description

A leading aerospace company based in Texas is seeking an experienced Machine Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team for advanced solar cell production equipment. This role involves developing comprehensive maintenance strategies to ensure equipment availability while driving continuous improvement and adhering to safety protocols. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in industrial maintenance and leadership roles, with knowledge of cleanroom standards and advanced automation.