Facilities and Maintenance Team Leader

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

 

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

Lead and direct a multi-functional and multi-shift team of technicians and skilled craftsmen engaged in repair and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, support equipment, plant support utility systems and vehicles. Maintain facility and equipment in compliance with local, state and federal code requirements.

Provide technical support for high precision equipment operations in support of machine reliability, accuracy and technical problem solving

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of maintenance technicians or engineers.
• Assign tasks, coordinate workloads, and create weekly work schedules.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance appraisals.
• Promote a collaborative work environment and lead problem-solving efforts.
• Address employee complaints and resolve conflicts in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure the team follows all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Ensure all training requirements are compliant to customer and internal requirements.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of all equipment, machinery, and facilities.
• Develop and implement planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Respond to emergency calls and breakdowns, ensuring timely and effective repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and facilities, documenting findings.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maintenance Connect) to manage work orders, track equipment history, and control inventory.
• Analyze root causes of equipment failures and develop countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
• Order and maintain inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment.
• Liaise with other departments (e.g., Production, Quality) to ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare reports on work completed, maintenance costs, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors as needed.

Job Qualifications

• MUST BE A U.S Citizen.

• Proficiency of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook, etc.).

• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in a leadership position in a manufacturing Maintenance/Facilities environment. 
• Background using CMMS (ex. Maintenance Connections) for managing PM’s and down equipment repairs.
• Knowledge of NEC codes, regulatory requirements, and safety requirements as related to Maintenance/Facilities functions.
• Understanding of building systems
• HVAC & refrigeration experience
• Chiller water systems & cooling towers
• Understanding of personnel safety requirements
• IT skills.
• Candidate must also possess excellent computer skills, robotics and PLC experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. 
• Experience with machine motion control systems is a plus. 

 

Additional Desired Experience and Qualifications

 

• Demonstrated skills in written and verbal communication, problem analysis, potential problem analysis, decision analysis and planning. 
• Skilled in coaching, team-building, business measurement, continuous improvement and lean manufacturing techniques. 
• Multi-task oriented. 
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Performs analytical/technical troubleshooting, machine reliability analysis and provides education to maintenance technicians. Collects machine downtime data to develop trend analysis on equipment downtime/frequency/problem data
• Provides guidance to maintenance technicians or support personnel in repair efforts, assists in procurement of equipment, repair parts and technical data/information and provides overall support for all aspects of maintenance/manufacturing operations.
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge nec