Manager - Mechanical Maintenance (CEAT_JR_110)

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Scheduling

• Plan and ensure efficient maintenance of all machines and equipment.
• Prepare preventive and predictive maintenance schedules in consultation with the Maintenance Head.
• Plan for spares and consumables required for maintenance.
• Prepare annual maintenance schedule aligned with plant shutdown plans.

Operational Responsibilities

• Ensure timely completion and quality of all mechanical maintenance tasks.
• Conduct root cause analysis of breakdowns and implement corrective measures.
• Assign tasks to team members, schedule daily work, and review progress.
• Implement maintenance procedures for smooth machine operations.
• Conduct training sessions for operators and supervisors on correct machine usage.
• Coordinate vendor support for equipment maintenance.
• Inspect machines regularly and escalate issues when necessary.
• Collaborate with Production, Planning, and Quality teams for maintenance scheduling.
• Monitor machine condition, performance, lifecycle, and risks.
• Support identification, installation, and commissioning of new machines.
• Ensure AMC contracts are in place and team is trained on new equipment.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to safety guidelines and promote safety awareness.
• Report accidents and ensure detailed root cause analysis.
• Ensure team compliance with EHS, ISO, OHSAS, and other applicable standards.
• Maintain all documentation and certifications as required.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

Cost Management

• Control maintenance expenses within approved budgets.
• Implement cost-saving ideas and initiatives.

Spares Management

• Raise PRs for spares and consumables on time.
• Coordinate with vendors and stores for material availability.
• Ensure proper utilization of spares with zero loss or damage.
• Review inventory and anticipate future requirements.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain records of all maintenance work in logbooks and SAP.
• Update operating and training manuals.
• Ensure accurate SAP entries by the team.
• Analyze and report spare consumption, scrap generation, and PM effectiveness.

Team and Relationship Management

• Guide and develop the maintenance team.
• Support HR in capability-building initiatives.
• Conduct performance appraisals and provide feedback.
• Motivate and coach team members for improved performance.

Improvement Projects

• Encourage and support team participation in improvement projects such as Kaizen, 5S, SPARSH, HIRA, and QIP.