Assistant Manager - Mechanical Maintenance

BSH Home Appliances Group

Chennai, Tamil NaduFull-timeMid LevelOn-site

Job Description

About the Company



Key Responsibilities

  • Equipment Reliability & Maintenance
  • Ensure zero breakdowns in critical equipment including:
  • Cabinet & Door Foaming Machines
  • Thermoforming Machines
  • Extruders
  • Gas Charging & Evacuation Systems
  • Liner Punching Machines
  • Door Metal & U-Shell Lines
  • Develop, execute, and continuously improve Preventive, Predictive, and Corrective Maintenance (PPM) plans.
  • Improve machine life cycle and reduce overhaul and spare part costs.



About the Role

Failure Analysis & Continuous Improvement

  • Analyze mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures.
  • Prepare 8D / Root Cause Analysis (RCA) reports and implement CAPA.
  • Drive OEE improvement, downtime reduction, and cost optimization.
  • Work closely with OEMs for major corrections, upgrades, and performance improvements.


Responsibilities

Spare Parts & Cost Optimization

  • Perform VED analysis for mechanical spares.
  • Localize mechanical spare parts to reduce cost and dependency.
  • Ensure optimum inventory while maintaining machine availability.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Prepare and update maintenance manuals, SOPs, drawings, and PM checklists.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements.
  • Maintain breakdown history, daily reports, and servicing records.


Team Leadership & Training



  • Train and mentor new technicians and engineers.
  • Prepare structured training kits and conduct refresher training.
  • Supervise team adherence to BSH safety standards and department rules.
  • Support Maintenance Engineering (ME) and Design Engineering (DE) teams for localization and ratio projects.


Cross-Functional & Supplier Interaction



  • Daily coordination with Production, Quality, ME, DE, and Safety teams.
  • Regular interaction with suppliers for spare parts, troubleshooting, and technical analysis.
  • Participate in daily review meetings and drive action plans.


Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience
  • 8–10 years of experience in Mechanical Maintenance within manufacturing / factory environment



Required Skills



  • Technical Skills (High-Impact Keywords)
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication & Stamping
  • Plastic Injection Molding
  • Die Casting & Welding
  • Hydraulics & Pneumatics
  • CNC Machines, Presses, Robotic Arms
  • Assembly Jigs & Fixtures
  • Engineering Drawings & CAD
  • Conventional Machine Operations
  • TPM, Preventive & Predictive Maintenance


Preferred Skills

  • Core Competencies (LinkedIn AI-Friendly)
  • Continuous Improvement & Efficiency
  • Problem Solving & Innovation
  • Decision Making & Accountability
  • Cost & Asset Management
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Safety & Compliance Leadership
  • Learning Agility & Knowledge Sharing
  • Technical & Functional Expertise


Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

Posted 3 weeks ago

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