Maintenance Manager

Maintenance ManagerThe Maintenance Manager is a member of the Production Department at Mobis South Carolina Electrified Powertrain (MSCe) and is responsible for establishing and leading maintenance operations for a new manufacturing facility. This role ensures the reliability, efficiency, and safety of plant equipment through effective preventive, predictive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance strategies while supporting production objectives.The position oversees equipment maintenance programs, utility systems, spare parts management, contractor services, and maintenance planning while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This role drives operational readiness and continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment availability, minimize downtime, and support sustainable plant operations.Responsibilities(To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)Maintenance ManagementOversee operation and maintenance of all plant equipment.Support production teams by ensuring equipment availability and reliability.Ensure completion of daily check sheets and maintenance documentation.Maintain and enforce 3R5S standards in maintenance areas.Manage equipment condition, repair plans, and asset tracking.Ensure proper recording of process data per ADEM and OEM requirements.Lead equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and ramp-up activities for new production lines and facility expansion projects.Preventive Maintenance (PM)Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules using SAP work orders.Oversee execution of weekend, shutdown, and holiday maintenance plans.Continuously improve PM strategies and effectiveness.Drive predictive and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.Breakdown MaintenanceLead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment failures.Ensure timely repair and restoration of equipment.Monitor downtime and ensure accurate downtime logging.Review and approve trouble reports and corrective action plans.Communication & CoordinationCoordinate with cross-functional departments regarding maintenance activities.Lead shift handover meetings and share maintenance updates.Report maintenance performance and key issues to management.Health, Safety & ComplianceEnsure compliance with OSHA standards and safety regulations.Enforce use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Support environmental compliance requirements and participate in EHS initiatives related to battery manufacturing operations.Identify and report hazards and implement corrective actions.Promote a strong safety culture within the maintenance team.Reporting & DocumentationReview and report maintenance KPIs, including PM completion and downtime.Monitor SAP work order completion and maintenance execution.Provide reports on breakdown trends and improvement actions.Process StandardizationLead Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives to improve equipment reliability and OEE.Monitor and improve equipment performance through OEE, downtime reduction, and reliability initiatives.Ensure adherence to module maintenance work standards.Implement continuous improvement practices within maintenance operations.All other duties as assigned.Authority & ScopeResponsible for directing maintenance operations and supervising maintenance personnel. Exercises authority related to maintenance planning, staffing recommendations, performance management, equipment reliability improvements, and departmental budget recommendations.Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes, this role will oversee Maintenance Team Members, Senior Engineers, Engineers, and SpecialistsQualifications(The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)Required Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field8+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management roleRequired Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Strong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and leadership skillsProven ability to set goals and achieve resultsStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Hands-on experience with robotics and PLC systemsKnowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance methodologies.Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP PMKnowledge of industrial automation, PLC, robotics, and controls systemsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsKnowledge of IATF 16949:2016, International Standard for Quality Management and VDA 6.3Ability to communicate in Korean, both written and verbal, is a plus but not requiredPreferred Education & Experience:Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MiniTab, and scheduling/timeline softwareExperience in PLC programming for large-scale production lines or standalone equipmentExperience in automotive or battery manufacturing environmentsExperience in new facility setup or plant expansion projectsWorking Conditions:Manufacturing plant and office environmentFrequent walking and standing on the production floorExposure to production equipment, machinery, and industrial noiseMust wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areasOccasional lifting of up to 25 poundsMay require extended work hours, weekends, and holidays to support business and production requirements