Maintenance Manager
Dematic · Guadalupe
The Maintenance Leader is responsible for leading all maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facilities. This role requires strong hands-on technical expertise in PLC systems, tube cutting equipment, hydraulic systems, and both Preventive and Corrective Maintenance, combined with a coaching leadership style, strong sense of urgency, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.We offer:
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Reliability
- Lead and execute Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and PLC-related issues.
- Ensure proper maintenance and operation of tube cutting equipment, CNC machinery, and automated systems.
- Develop and continuously improve maintenance standards, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides.
- Manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability while controlling costs.
Controls & Automation
- Provide advanced technical support for PLC systems (programming, troubleshooting, and optimization).
- Work with engineering and production teams to improve automation, cycle times, and equipment performance.
- Support equipment upgrades, retrofits, and new equipment installations.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and specialists.
- Promote a coaching mentality, encouraging problem-solving, technical growth, and accountability.
- Foster strong teamwork and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety teams.
- Set clear expectations and respond with urgency to equipment breakdowns and operational issues.
Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Ensure full compliance with safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, and downtime reduction.
- Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Support lean manufacturing and reliability-centered maintenance practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial, or related field).
- 5+ years of experience in maintenance leadership roles within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong hands-on expertise in:
o PLC systems (troubleshooting and programming)
o Tube cutting equipment
o Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
o Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
- Proven experience managing maintenance teams in high-volume or automated manufacturing operations.
- Fully bilingual (English & Spanish) – written and verbal.
Tasks and Qualifications:
Key Competencies & Skills
- High sense of urgency and ownership mindset.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Coaching and people-development orientation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize and perform under pressure.
- Strong organizational and planning capabilities.
- Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
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