What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Manager position at Futaba Indiana of America Corporation?
Description
General Position Summary
As the Maintenance Manager in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production facilities. You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance team, developing and executing preventative and corrective maintenance strategies, and ensuring minimal downtime of machinery and systems. Your ability to thrive in a high-pressure, time-sensitive setting will be essential as you manage equipment reliability, safety compliance, and support our continuous production goals.
This position is responsible for strict adherence to FIA company policies, procedures, and performance expectations by managing and coaching staff members, and by leading by example.
Essential Job Functions
Key Focus Areas
· Lead Maintenance Department in daily activity.
· Develop, Write, and Implement Departmental Hoshin and budget.
· Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
· Oversees the daily workflow, scheduling, and assignments of the equipment and facilities department.
· Monitor and control department hours and schedule Team members work hours and PTO.
· Oversee Maintenance new model launch activity. Trouble shooting of equipment, aid in all required tests and trial activities, ensure required spare parts are kept in-house or are available if in-house stocking is not practical.
· Support investigations using 5-Why analysis for Safety and Quality issues that occur.
· Uniformly enforce company policy and ensure Maintenance department follows the rules consistently
· Maintain training records and ensure that new Team Members are adequately trained and all training records for department are maintained.
· Work with other departments to reduce scrap.
· Kaizen processes to remove difficult work and be more efficient
· Develop, implement, and manage a preventive maintenance program to minimize downtime and extend the life of equipment and systems.
· Ensure team follows Change Point Management System to ensure correct use of system.
· Monitor, enforce rules, and train as needed for abnormal handling.
· Manage employee relations in coordination with Maintenance Department and Human Resources.
· Oversee the diagnosis and resolution of mechanical, electrical, and operational issues affecting equipment and facilities.
· Manage maintenance budgets, purchase necessary parts and equipment, and ensure cost-effective solutions.
· Ensure all maintenance activities comply with industry standards, local regulations, and safety protocols. Enforce safety procedures and conduct safety training for the team.
· Coordinate with other departments and external vendors to complete maintenance projects, facility upgrades, or emergency repairs.
· Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, service histories, and inspection reports. Provide regular updates to senior management regarding maintenance status and issues.
· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications
Requirement
· Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Maintenance, Management, or related field, or related work experience and/or the combination of education and work experience.
· Proven experience (typically 5 years) in a maintenance role, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial position.
· Strong technical knowledge of machinery, electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and building systems.
· Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
· Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical or electrical systems.
· Familiarity with Toyota Production System (TPS)
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Certificates / Licenses
· Driver’s license
· Passport or ability to obtain a passport
Travel
· Occasional travel for training or project coordination may be required.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this position.
· Work Environment: Work is typically performed in both an office and production environment
· Must be able to use a variety of tools and equipment such as computer terminal for data input, copy machines, calculator and any other equipment related to functional area.
· Must be able to use software includes the use of Windows Operating System, MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access database, etc.), and Internet
· Noise Levels: Moderate Noise
Essential Physical Tasks
The physical tasks described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
· Lifting up to 10 pounds – must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
· Physical Sight – Able to read and analyze data in hard copy and on a computer screen.
· Verbal & Written Communications – Able to efficiently present complex matters to audience with little technical knowledge and to executive management.
· Telephone Communications – Able to communicate verbally using a telephone.
· Multitasking – Able to manage multiple work projects simultaneously.
· Occasionally travels by automotive and or plane
The above job description identifies the essential job functions and skills needed by the person or persons assigned to this position. These job functions and skills are not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Any accommodations made must be stated in writing and attached to this job description. The information contained herein is subject to change at the company’s discretion.