Maintenance Systems Manager

American Axle Mfg Inc
Detroit, MI, United States
19 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel Digital Data Microsoft Office Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Drives deployment, administration, and advancement of Dauch maintenance standards (M4) according to company objectives, operational demands, and other business conditions Audits the proficiency of maintenance systems deployed in the manufacturing sites through interpretation of data, performance indicators, physical evidence, and other criteria included in the M4 operating system Communicates maintenance objectives, priorities, results, and other relative information to operational leaders throughout the organization Initiates problem-solving with local maintenance teams on significant issues related to machine performance, spare parts, work completion, cost, etc. Coordinates major maintenance activities and holiday shutdown plans of regional operations with corporate leadership Interviews, evaluates, and coaches maintenance associates according to relative needs Effectively uses data for analysis, communication, and verification of maintenance effectiveness Provides on-site/virtual support for M4 follow-up, manufacturing issues, launches, workshops, and other activities, as necessary Other relevant duties as assigned, Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [email protected]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Requirements

10+ years of operational experience in an industrial, manufacturing environment At least 5 years of maintenance management, including roles of supervision & planning Four-year degree in a technical or managerial area of study Knowledgeable on data, indicators, processes, targets, etc. related to maintenance & asset management Possesses strong interpersonal and leadership skills toward resolving conflicts, influencing peers, and delivering feedback Promotes behaviors and mindsets of collaboration, continuous improvement, and creativity Motivated, proactive, and self-directed in their approach to current responsibilities & future needs Adept at preparing and effectively communicating maintenance information in digital formats to a variety of audiences including creating, editing, and presenting information with MS Office tools, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Teams

About the company

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

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