Maintenance Manager

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion? We are now looking for a

Maintenance Manager

We are in the process of identifying a suitable candidate for the role of Maintenance Manager. This role will be based in Pune and will report to the Factory Manager, Automotive Pune.

The Maintenance Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all factory assets—including equipment, utilities, and facilities. This position is responsible for driving Maintenance Excellence through the deployment of lean manufacturing tools and digitalisation initiatives, such as predictive maintenance, IoT integration, and MES. The Maintenance Manager will champion sustainability by implementing energy management systems, optimizing resource consumption, and ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.

Key responsibilities (or What you can expect in the role)

• Oversee the maintenance of all factory equipment’s to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintenance strategy development and deployment.
• Lead & manage teams, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols.
• Well versed with utility systems including HT – LT Distribution, Coolant systems, Cooling Towers, Chillers, HVAC, compressed air systems etc.
• Plan and execute maintenance schedules and preventive maintenance programs.
• Coordinate projects including upgrades, expansions, and new installations.
• Monitor and control maintenance budgets and expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Liaise with vendors, contractors, and service providers for maintenance related activities.
• Collaborate with Admin team to oversee facilities infrastructure maintenance.
• Spare part optimization, standardization and development.
• Reliability assessment and machine upgradation and modification.
• Deployment of Digitalization across the factory
• Aware of Energy Management Systems – ISO50001, ISO45001 and 14001.
• Training and Development of the Team for EHS and Maintenance areas.
• Adherence to SKF Group EHS objectives and the targets.

Requirements (or We expect you to have/be)

• Bachelor’s in mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum 20-25 years of experience in industrial maintenance in manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of CNC grinding machines, Furnaces and Utility systems.
• Familiar and experience on systems like FANUC, Siemens and Mitsubishi controllers
• Proven experience in project management and team leadership.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems and TPM.

Metrics: -

• D - Time reduction and MTBF improvement
• Energy cost Reduction by 5 %
• Reduction of Maintenance & Repair cost < 2.3 % with respect to Delivery
• Reduction of Water consumption by 3%.
• SKF Production system maturity.

Competencies: -

• Hand on experience on SIEMENS and FANUC CNC systems.
• Sound knowledge about the machine retrofitting and reconditioning of CNC and SPM.
• Hands on experience in Machine Spindles and Hydraulic systems.
• Sound knowledge of Heat Treatment Furnaces and Combustion systems.
• Expertise in the Cost-Effective maintenance of Plant Utilities
• Good awareness of EHS and QMS systems.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage diverse teams.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proactive and self-motivated.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

Some additional information

This position will be in Pune.

If you have any questions about the position or regarding the recruitment process, please contact Supriya Joshi -email supriya.joshi@skf.com.

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At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.