Deputy Manager - Maintenance - Electrode

Our functions (brief about the Dept/Func):

We are establishing a state-of-the-art first-ever Li-ion Cell Gigafactory in India, and we are seeking a highly motivated and accomplished Equipment Maintenance Manager who will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational availability of our advanced battery cell manufacturing Electrode equipment. You'll have the opportunity to take care of the maintenance of the new 24/7 critical Electrode equipment.

Purpose of the Job:

1. This critical role will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and optimal performance of production equipment across all stages of the Electrode section from Electrode slurry preparation through Coating to Laser notching.

2. PM implementation & development, ensuring that equipment is regularly inspected, serviced, and calibrated according to industry standards.

3. Establish, update, and maintain spare parts inventory. Identify and order needed parts and maintain a tracking system.

4. Building team bonding, safety and technical training & development, coaching, and

succession planning.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

-Will be responsible and Overseeing Cell manufacturing Electrode Equipment's Maintenance Operations: Planning, coordinating, and directing maintenance activities to ensure equipment is properly maintained.

-Breakdown Management: Identifying and resolving maintenance issues & Leading root cause analysis efforts to identify the underlying reasons for equipment failures or breakdowns

-Preventive Maintenance: Developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and prolong equipment lifespan.

-Equipment and Inventory Management: Managing equipment inventory, spare parts, and supplies necessary for maintenance activities, ensuring availability when needed.

-Supervision: Hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising maintenance staff to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely.

Key Performance Indicators:

-Overall Equipment Effectiveness: OEE metrics related to equipment availability, performance, and quality to assess overall equipment performance.

-Demonstrated skills and actions in MTTR reduction, and MTBF improvement to be initiated.

-Ensure no Safety incidents or accidents related to maintenance activities & equipments. Ensuring a safe work environment is essential for both personnel and equipment integrity.

-Proactive approach to ensuring equipment Preventive schedules and check sheets are prepared regularly and inspected accordingly.

Key Internal Interfaces (If Applicable):

1. Production Department: Aligning maintenance schedules with production targets to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

2. Procurement: Coordinating with procurement to source spare parts, tools, and equipment needed for maintenance activities.

3. Health and Safety: Collaborating on safety protocols, and risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations during maintenance operations.

Key External Interfaces (If Applicable):

1. Vendors and suppliers: For sourcing spare parts, equipment, and specialized services.

2. Contractors: For outsourced maintenance work, specialized repairs, or project-based tasks.

Educational Qualifications & Experience (for the job/ of the candidate)

-Years of Experience: (Please detail the depth and breadth of the topics that one should have been exposed to during the tenure in previous organizations):

-Graduate/ Post Graduate in Mechanical Engineering.

-Hands-on Experience with Maintenance of high-end Automation process equipment like Mixers, Coaters with Servo actuators.

-Through knowledge of Servo units which include LM guides, Ball screws & other slide mechanisms.

-Knowledge & troubleshooting in Hydraulics & Pneumatics elements, pressure transducers, etc.

-Knowledge & maintenance of high-speed Rollers, Shafts, Dies, and Chain/Belt drive mechanisms.

-Troubleshooting in PLCs, automation robots & Vision/Inspection Equipment.

-Proficiency in using computerized maintenance management systems & MES for tracking maintenance activities and scheduling.

-Years of Experience: 8+ years of relevant role experience. Work experience in a highly automated process industry like the textile or rubber industry is n added advantage.