Manager, Facilities & Maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

The Manager, Facilities and Maintenance – Lake Orion is responsible for overseeing all aspects of maintenance and facilities, including the physical property, and working with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to oversee the security of employees while ensuring continuous operation through effective and efficient oversight of equipment and facility operations to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities :

• Manage and maintain manufacturing and assembly equipment.
• Manage new equipment startups and new equipment installations.
• Manage the preventive and predictive Maintenance program and ensure compliance with all relative documentation.
• Manage the execution of all Facility and Maintenance related projects.
• Manage all housekeeping duties at the Lake Orion facility to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Manage the set-up, maintenance, and operation of the machine shop equipment.
• Manage service providers and outside contractors performing facility functions and / or tasks.
• Manage tooling changeovers.
• Manage the Plex system as the key user for the Facility and Maintenance work orders module and Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) management and maintain critical spare parts list.
• Manage the use, verify, and support Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedure including all applicable de-energization methods.
• Manage facility wide 5s activities.
• Lead and facilitate contractor safety expectations and training.
• Coordinate maintenance activities including Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Minimize unscheduled downtime.
• Work directly with the EHS (Environmental health and safety) team to oversee the safety of all employees.
• Oversees and reports weekly, monthly, and annual metrics.
• Hire, train and supervise direct reports.
• Travel to various locations as needed. Overnight travel will be required at times.
• Develop and convey a safety-first culture.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications :

Key Competencies :

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive 100% employer paid benefit plans to employees and their family, competitive salary and retirement program. ABS employs a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits Overview

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet and industrial business.

As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next generation battery experts.

The Location - Lake Orion

American Battery Solutions Headquarters and Innovation Center is located in the heart of South-East Michigan in Orion Township. Orion Township is a Pure Michigan Trail Town that has a long-standing dedication to enhancing trails and pathways in its community, which is home to the Polly Ann Trail, Paint Creek Trail, and Iron Belle Trail. The township boasts more than 50 miles of trails. Southeast Michigan also boasts some of the best eating around! Whether your interest is in furthering your education, enjoying one of the many regional sporting events, or enjoying the vast outdoors that Michigan has to offer, you’ll be at the center of it here!

AMERICAN BATTERY SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.