Maintenance Manager

About the position

Our organization is built by people and great teamwork. We are a truly global company, and we believe in the advantage of diversity and together we create a workplace that brings the best out of everyone.
We believe in a sustainable  future and with the global industrial industry as our arena, we work together to be second to none. That is our purpose, and we live and breathe it, every day.

Kongsberg Automotive has an exciting opportunity for an experience Maintenace Manager in its Suffield, CT facility.  The ideal candidate is a passionate professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment with endless opportunity.  The Suffield plant is unique in that it has a wide and diverse product and customer base, manufacturing PTFE tube stainless steel braided hose for the automotive, industrial and commercial vehicle markets.

If you are a Manitenance Manager who looks to continuously improve then join our team,  where you will support work with cross-functional teams to provide technical support to the operations team, implement sustainable engineering solutions and look for innovative ways to enhance operational excellence. You will be key in continuing to promote our strong quality culture towards customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and supplier development. 

Responsibilities

As the Maintenance & Facilities Manager, reporting directly to the Plant Manager, your primary objective is to oversee all aspects of our facility's maintenance operations, personnel and equipment. Your goal is to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves implementing preventive maintenance programs, managing budgets, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with OSHA safety and quality regulations.  This role will also be fully responsible for the facility to include working with contractors, inspectors, emergencies and our landlord.

Maintenance Operations

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) programs to minimize equipment failures and extend asset life, utilizing MTTR and MTBF performance metrics.
• Able to develop a system around Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM) to support our ability to predict failure before it happens.
• Oversee all maintenance activities, including equipment inspections, scheduled services, and emergency repairs.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders, track performance metrics, maintain accurate maintenance records, and add necessary instructions into the CMMS.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify and address underlying issues causing repeated failures, implementing long-term solutions.
• Identify key contractors and vendors to fully support the equipment and facilities, to include electrical, HVAC, machining, and general contractors.

Strategic and Financial Management

• Develop and manage the departmental budget for labor, parts, and contractors, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for technical support, spare parts, and specialized projects, including contract reviews, negotiations and purchase order creation.
• Plan and manage maintenance-related capital projects and equipment upgrades in collaboration with the engineering team.
• Develop a strategic stocking plan for spare parts to reduce downtime and minimize unnecessary inventory.

Safety and Compliance

• Enforce all health and safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), personal protective equipment (PPE), and other company and regulatory standards.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements from agencies such as OSHA, NIOSH, and EPA.
• Participate in safety meetings, conduct safety audits, and proactively address hazards to maintain a safe work environment.
• Identify training gaps for the department, in OSHA, NIOSH, blueprint reading, troubleshooting techniques and all others as needed.

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma at a minimum; higher education is preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications such as Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM) or Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) are ideal.

Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in a maintenance role within a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is highly desirable.

Technical and Soft Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, as well as programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS software.

What we offer

We offer a high-paced environment with endless opportunities to learn, work on great teams, and see the results of your efforts. 

Our salary, vacation time and full slate of benefits are competitive and attractive.

To apply today, Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.

Within your application, please inform us regarding your notice period and salary expectations.

The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date.

Application / Contact

If this sounds interesting and likely the right challenge for you, we look forward to receiving your application!

Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.

Within your application, please inform us regarding your notice period and salary expectations.

The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date.