Maintenance Supv. for Skilled Trades, 2nd shift - Automotive Supplier

Detroit Thermal Systems, LLC.; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Thermal Systems, LLC is seeking a skilled trades coordinator to ensure efficient plant operations through effective management of maintenance activities. The role includes scheduling, supervising repairs, and developing preventive maintenance programs while managing a diverse workforce and departmental budget.

Qualifications

• Experience in budget management and resource coordination.
• Ability to coordinate third-party contractors and manage equipment schedules.
• Strong communication skills for team coordination and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates maintenance tasks and manages work schedules to minimize production downtime.
• Develops preventive maintenance programs and prioritizes safety compliance.
• Monitors departmental budgets and oversees procurement of supplies.

Skills

Performance Management

Preventive Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Job description

Mission:

Coordinate skilled trades’ resources daily to assure plant production and facilities are kept in good operating conditions meeting plant safety, quality and efficiency requirements. Inspecting equipment, performing preventive/predictive maintenance, assigning tasks, setting schedules, supervising repairs, and enforcing work rules and safety policies. Oversee and coordinate the trades personnel who maintain and repair; mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, tooling and other manufacturing equipment and building systems. Set direct report priorities in daily activities to meet and improve performance.

Responsibilities:

Prepares work schedules, assigns repairs and manages assignments until completion while minimizing overtime and production stoppages. Coaches, counsels and manages performance of direct reports. Develops and maintains a preventative maintenance schedule program for applicable equipment, tools and machinery. Arranges for, coordinates and manages appropriate third-party contractor support, in conjunction with plant operations, as needed. Prepares and manages department budgets as needed. Enforces safety compliance, effective housekeeping practices, and all plant policies/ procedures including PPE requirements. Monitors and controls supplies and equipment; orders supplies and tools as necessary; prepares documents for equipment procurement; prepares specifications and contracts for outside services. Coordinates training of resources as required in; best maintenance practices, best safety methods, practices, and procedure, as well as all MIOSHA/ OSHA requirements/standards. Develops and implements preventative maintenance and safety inspection programs for all facilities/ production tools and equipment. Coordinates construction projects, remodels, and other special projects as required. Assists in the preparation of various contracts, requests for proposals/ quotes, and reports. Develops, monitors and records KPI’s to measure department performance and improvement. Effectively communicates and coordinates with Engineering, Production and MPL team members. Audits completed work for thoroughness and timeliness. People Management: YES If People Management, how many employees are managed? Number of people: 4-10 approx.per shift Budget Management: YES Travel & casual over time may be required. Increased occasions of the aforementioned are to be expected during launches. Detroit Thermal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.