Maintenance Assistant Manager

Maintenance Assistant ManagerThe Maintenance Assistant Manager supports the Maintenance Manager in overseeing daily maintenance operations, ensuring all equipment, machinery and facilities operate efficiently and safely. This role involves supervising maintenance staff, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, and assisting in implementing process improvement to maximize uptime and operational efficiency.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.Help lead maintenance department in daily activity under direction of Maintenance ManagerSupport departmental HoshinResponsible to help maintain and update management board in areas assigned by Maintenance ManagerHelp to meet maintenance budgetMonitor and control department hours and schedule team members work hours and PTOOversee 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 practicalSupport investigations using 5-Why analysis for safety and quality issues that occurUniformly enforce company policy and ensure maintenance department follows the rules consistentlyMaintain training records and ensure that new team members are adequately trained and all training records for department are maintainedWork with other departments to reduce scrapSupport continuous improvement initiatives to optimize maintenance process and cost efficiencyKaizen processes to remove difficult work and be more efficientEnsure team follows change point management system to ensure correct use of systemMonitor, enforce rules, and train as needed for abnormal handlingManage employee relations in coordination with maintenance department and human resourcesOther duties and responsibilities as assignedMust have proficient oral and written communication skillsMust be willing to take the initiative on new projectsMust be able to work the company's required overtimeMust comply with FIA's attendance policyRequirementsThree years maintenance experience minimum. Preferably automotiveThree years minimum management experience requiredFIA management experience preferredTechnical troubleshooting and problem-solvingEffective communication and collaborationAttention to detail and organizational skillsCommitment to safety and complianceSolid understanding of FIA's processes, procedures, and policiesFamiliarity with Toyota production system (TPS)Strong leadership, team development and communication skillsMay travel occasionally by automotive and or airplane including trips to Canada and JapanThe 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 environmentMust 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 InternetNoise levels: Moderate noiseThe 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 planeThe 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.