Maintenance and Controls Group Leader
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Job Description
The Maintenance and Controls Group Leader is responsible for leading maintenance and automation teams to ensure the reliability availability and continuous improvement of plant equipment and automated systems. This role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance supports operational continuity and drives the implementation of control and automation solutions in alignment with GMS standards.
The position operates under a rotating 4x3 schedule with 12-hour shifts including weekends and requires coordination with operations quality and engineering teams to meet business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of hourly employees ensuring effective performance development and engagement.
Ensure equipment maintainability through preventive and corrective maintenance activities
Diagnose and resolve failures in automated systems production lines and control systems
Develop program and optimize automation systems (PLC HMI robotics sensors actuators)
Integrate and maintain industrial robots (e.g. Fanuc) and automation systems
Monitor and drive performance metrics (SPQRS) and ensure compliance with GMS standards
Coordinate activities with operations and engineering to ensure production continuity
Manage and improve industrial networks (Ethernet/IP DeviceNet Profinet etc.)
Lead automation and controls projects from design to implementation and startup
Ensure compliance with safety quality and regulatory standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles
Document system changes and ensure proper technical traceability
Provide technical guidance training and support to maintenance and operations teams
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechatronics Automation Control Engineering or related field
Minimum 2 years of experience (at least 1.5 years in manufacturing environments)
Experience in maintenance and controls within industrial or manufacturing settings
Intermediate English level (conversational and technical reading comprehension)
Technical Skills
PLC programming (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley Siemens or similar)
Industrial robotics integration and programming (Fanuc preferred)
Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP DeviceNet Profinet ControlNet)
Interpretation of electrical mechanical and control diagrams
SCADA and HMI systems
Core problem-solving methodologies (RCA 8D FMEA)
Knowledge of GMS and quality/manufacturing systems
Systems / Tools
Rockwell Automation suite
Siemens systems
Microsoft Office
Key Competencies
Leadership and team management
Effective communication
Strategic thinking and decision-making
Results orientation
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Proactive and continuous improvement mindset
Work Appropriately
On-Site: This position requires full-time on-site work.
Shift Schedule: 4x3 (100% on-site work)
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