Maintenance Manager

Job title: Maintenance Manager

About the Role Grammer is seeking a Maintenance Manager in Shannon, United States to lead preventative maintenance of facilities and production equipment, ensure maintenance activities meet quality and environmental standards, and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. You will manage supplier relationships, budget development, and cross-functional collaboration with health and safety, HR, and production teams, and support pre-production builds and new equipment deployments.

What You'll Do

• Provide Preventative Maintenance for facilities and production equipment
• Ensure maintenance procedures comply with quality standards and environmental regulations
• Manage relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts for maintenance materials, utilities, and services
• Collaborate with the health and safety officer to ensure safe operations and safety standards
• Regularly review and update maintenance protocols to improve efficiency
• Participate in budget development and management for the maintenance department
• Coordinate with HR for recruitment, training, and development of maintenance staff
• Implement energy-saving measures and sustainability initiatives
• Maintain organized maintenance documentation and CMMS records
• Communicate with senior management on maintenance planning and ongoing activities
• Participate in audits and implement corrective actions
• Support project launch strategy in fast-paced automotive industry
• Provide support for pre-production builds requiring site components/services
• Review and input on new equipment
• Upkeep of building, grounds, and production equipment
• Support mold change scheduling as required by production
• Support cost-savings programs for the manufacturing site
• Coordinate training and skill improvements for the maintenance team
• Ensure timely completion, coordination, and implementation of projects
• Achieve cost and timing goals; meet PPAP, IATF 16949 and other product-launch requirements
• Maintain housekeeping of maintenance and production areas
• Ensure efficient utilities distribution (water, steam, electricity, natural gas, compressed air, waste disposal)
• Identify and drive Continuous Improvement projects with data
• Adhere to safety policies and proper PPE usage
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors during facility maintenance installation and upgrades
• Address quality issues using 8D, FMEA, etc.
• Additional duties as needed

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's in related field preferred
• 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, repair work, and problem-solving
• Self-motivated and team-oriented in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to take on challenges in all aspects of molding and assemblies operations (IMM, PIDs, PLCs, HMIs)
• Experience with mechanical, electrical (high and low voltage), pneumatics and hydraulics
• Experience with safety interlocks, safety systems, and OSHA requirements
• Ability to motivate, manage, and mentor team members; identify skill gaps and facilitate development
• Cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proactive and strategic in minimizing unplanned downtime
• Understanding of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and related budgeting, work orders, inventory controls
• CMMS record-keeping and documentation
• Budgeting and planning experience; IATF 16949 awareness; ISO 14001 awareness
• CAD software experience helpful; Microsoft Excel proficiency

Nice to Have

• CAD software experience would be helpful

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Tuition reimbursement; 401(k) match; Robust EAP; Development opportunities; Much more