Maintenance leader - automation focus

What will you do?

• Take the lead with these impactful responsibilities:
  
  • Monitor maintenance KPIs and ensure full implementation and follow-up of TPM strategy.
  • Lead preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and efficiency.
  • Drive automation initiatives to optimize processes, reduce downtime, and improve productivity.
  • Develop and document standard work procedures, performance monitoring systems, and machine upgrade plans.
  • Provide technical training and coaching to technicians, ensuring quick problem resolution and adherence to safety standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement solutions that reduce maintenance costs and improve operational performance.
  • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement continuous improvement projects using Lean, Kaizen, and Agile methodologies.
  • Prepare business cases for CAPEX approvals and manage related projects.
  • Respond promptly to internal customers with a strong sense of urgency to minimize impact on operations.

What skills and capabilities will make you successful?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Automation, or related field.
• 3-4 years of experience in automation and at least 2 years supervising teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of TPM, preventive and predictive maintenance, and automation systems.
• Proficiency in SAP, troubleshooting automation equipment, and methodologies like PDCA, DMAIC, 8D.
• Advanced English (written and spoken).
• Data-driven mindset; experience with Minitab, Pareto, RCA tools.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with ability to resolve issues on the shop floor.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, focused on reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions under pressure.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to lead automation and maintenance strategy in a global company.
• Work in a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Access to career development programs, technical training, and growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Who will you report to?

• You will report to the Maintenance Manager and collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams. This is a leadership role with direct responsibility for supervising technicians and driving automation and maintenance excellence across the plant.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Key Qualifications for Thriving:
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Automation, or a related field.
  • 3-4 years of experience in automation and at least 2 years supervising teams in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven ability to lead preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs while driving automation initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of TPM methodology, maintenance KPIs, and continuous improvement tools (Lean, Kaizen, Agile).
  • Proficiency in SAP, troubleshooting automation systems, and problem-solving methodologies such as PDCA, DMAIC, 8D.
  • Advanced English communication skills (written and spoken) to interact with global teams.
  • Hands-on experience with data analysis tools (Minitab, Pareto, RCA) to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
  • Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to resolve technical issues on the shop floor quickly.
  • High sense of urgency, adaptability, and decision-making under pressure to meet internal customer needs.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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Client-provided location(s): Tijuana, Mexico

Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/100190?lang=en-us

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-11-11T18:45:57