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Join the Aptiv team and create innovative cable technology!
We are excited to announce a new venture in Portugal and are seeking a dynamic Maintenance Manager to play a key role in the start-up of our new cable manufacturing plant in Castelo Branco. This is a unique opportunity to join our team at the ground level in an entirely new business sector for the company.
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The successful candidate will be instrumental in establishing and leading our maintenance department, ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of our cutting-edge facilities.
Your Role :
- Lead and oversee the development of the plant's maintenance department from the ground up.
- Supervise inventories of technical resources and spare parts;
- Participate in the selection and approval of equipment and coordinate and control its installation;
- Implement and manage preventive and corrective maintenance strategies for all plant equipment and infrastructure.
- Collaborate with the engineering and production teams to ensure optimal equipment performance during the ramp-up phase.
- Establish and monitor KPIs for equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.
- Develop a maintenance team and ensure proper training for all staff.
- Manage maintenance budgets and ensure cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or safety.
- Ensure compliance with all local safety regulations and Aptiv standards.
Your Background:
- Higher Education in Maintenance Areas (preferably Production or Industrial);
- 3-5 Experience in one of the following process is highly preferred in a leadership position : Extrusion, Twisting, Breading.
- Good knowledge in cable production is preferred.
- Experience with plant start-ups or greenfield projects is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance strategies, equipment troubleshooting, and repair processes.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle the challenges of a new business environment.
- Ability to plan, organize and manage activities while meeting deadlines considering all challenges.
- Strong teamwork, interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Must have outstanding skills in English (written and verbal skills) & Portuguese.
Why join us?
This is not just a job; it's a rare opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter for our company in Portugal.
If you're passionate about driving operational excellence and thrive in dynamic environments, we would love to hear from you!
With us :
- You can grow with us. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
- You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health.
Apply today, and together let's change tomorrow!
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