Assistant Manager Maintenance

Job Summary Key Responsibilities 1. Plant & Equipment Maintenance

• Plan, execute, and monitor preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Ensure minimum machine downtime and maximum equipment uptime.
• Lead breakdown analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor machine health and reliability parameters.

2. Production Support

• Ensure continuous support to production for uninterrupted manufacturing.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams for maintenance planning.
• Attend critical machine breakdowns and ensure quick restoration.

3. Utility Management

• Manage plant utilities such as Compressors, DG Sets, HVAC, Cooling Systems, Transformers, Electrical Panels, and Water Systems.
• Ensure uninterrupted utility supply to manufacturing operations.
• Monitor utility consumption and identify energy-saving opportunities.

4. TPM & Continuous Improvement

• Drive TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives.
• Implement Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and productivity improvement projects.
• Improve MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and reduce MTTR (Mean Time To Repair).
• Lead cost reduction and operational excellence initiatives.

5. Maintenance Planning & Budget Control

• Prepare annual maintenance plans and shutdown schedules.
• Manage maintenance budgets and control repair costs.
• Ensure optimum inventory levels of spare parts and consumables.
• Coordinate with vendors for AMC and specialized maintenance activities.

6. Team Management

• Lead maintenance engineers, technicians, and contractor manpower.
• Plan manpower deployment across shifts.
• Conduct skill development and technical training programs.
• Monitor team performance and ensure adherence to maintenance standards.

7. Safety, Compliance & Audits

• Ensure compliance with EHS guidelines and statutory requirements.
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Support ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 audits.
• Ensure compliance with electrical and maintenance safety standards.

8. Automation & Industry 4.0

• Support automation projects and machine upgrades.
• Monitor PLC, SCADA, Robotics, and automated manufacturing systems.
• Implement predictive maintenance tools and digital monitoring systems.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Machine Uptime (%)
• Breakdown Frequency
• MTBF Improvement
• MTTR Reduction
• Preventive Maintenance Compliance (%)
• Maintenance Cost Control
• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• Energy Consumption Reduction
• Safety Compliance Score
• Spare Parts Inventory Accuracy

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automobile, or Industrial Engineering.
• Diploma holders with strong maintenance experience may also be considered.
• TPM/Lean/Six Sigma certifications preferred.

Experience

• 8 to 12 years of experience in Maintenance function within Automotive Manufacturing.
• Experience in handling CNC machines, Assembly Lines, Welding Lines, Paint Shop, Press Shop, or Machining operations.
• Exposure to preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with PLC, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and Electrical Systems.

Technical Competencies

• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
• TPM Implementation
• PLC Troubleshooting
• Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics
• Utility Management
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• SAP PM Module / ERP Systems
• OEE Improvement
• Energy Management

Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership & Team Management
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Analytical Thinking
• Planning & Organizing
• Cross-functional Coordination
• Communication Skills
• Result Orientation

Preferred Automotive Industry Exposure

• CNC Machining Centers
• Robotic Welding Cells
• Automated Assembly Lines
• IATF 16949 Environment
• TPM Excellence Programs
• Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen Projects