·         Establish, implement and maintain continuous plant operation by establishing preventative maintenance, equipment modification and repair programs in all facilities to meet and exceed customer requirements and expectations while providing a safe environment for employees. 

·         Provide direction and assistance to the Maintenance departments that will assist meeting and/or exceeding customer requirements.

·         Establish, implement and maintain a total maintenance system

·         Perform root cause analysis to identify causes of machine breakdowns (downtime analysis) and make recommendations to fix problem/issue

·         Responsible for developing an effective and functional Preventative Maintenance system

·         Responsible for administration of asset management system (MP2)

·         Responsible for Maintenance portion of 7i system and provides leadership and direction for MRO stores

·         Conduct gap analysis of maintenance systems at all facilities

·         Work with Engineering/Quality/Production departments to provide input on equipment design and ensure quality standards are met and maintained

·         Participate in continuous improvement activities that enhance quality and efficiencies

·         Provide expertise in reducing cost of maintenance

·         Arrange training for employees both on floor and in classroom on maintenance safety

·         Oversee training, skill development and apprenticeship programs

·         Develop a strong supplier base

·         Conduct supplier on site visits

·         Involved in equipment purchases and components

·         Provides support for each division with major or difficult situations

·         Works with facilities to develop a maintenance reporting system

·         Develop equipment standards and strategies for future expansion

·         Ensure maintenance standards are consistent between facilities and that best practices are shared

·         Any other reasonable request made by management.

·         Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.

·         Ensures he/she is in full compliance with the laws of Ontario and/or any other province or state, while representing KIRCHHOFF Automotive or during the use of any KIRCHHOFF Automotive provided equipment.