Maintenance Manager

This role ensures the reliability, efficiency, and safety of plant equipment through effective preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance strategies while supporting production objectives. Responsibilities Oversee 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 Lead equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and ramp-up activities for new production lines and facility expansion projects Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules using SAP work orders Oversee execution of weekend, shutdown, and holiday maintenance plans Lead 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 Qualifications Required Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field 8+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills Proven ability to set goals and achieve results Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Hands-on experience with robotics and PLC systems Knowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance methodologies. Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP PM Knowledge of industrial automation, PLC, robotics, and controls systems Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Knowledge of IATF 16949:2016, International Standard for Quality Management and VDA 6.3 Preferred Education & Experience: Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MiniTab, and scheduling/timeline software Experience in PLC programming for large-scale production lines or standalone equipment Experience in automotive or battery manufacturing environments Experience in new facility setup or plant expansion projects Ability to communicate in Korean, both written and verbal, is a plus but not required Working Conditions: Manufacturing plant and office environment Frequent walking and standing on the production floor Exposure to production equipment, machinery, and industrial noiseMust wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds May require extended work hours, weekends, and holidays to support business and production requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr