Senior Manager – Maintenance

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.

Position Title: Senior Manager – Maintenance Work Location: Coimbatore Experience: Minimum 5–7 years in Maintenance leadership (Experience in manufacturing/industrial environment preferred)

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement maintenance planning & scheduling systems (daily, weekly, shutdown planning).

• Ensure effective execution of Preventive Maintenance (PM), Breakdown Maintenance (BM), CBM strategies.

• Improve equipment availability, reliability, and lifecycle performance.

Equipment Monitoring & Reliability

• Monitor machinery health using Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM) techniques.

• Track and improve MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and MTTR (Mean Time to Repair).

• Drive root cause analysis (Why-Why Analysis) and implement corrective actions.

Budget & Resource Management

• Prepare and control annual maintenance budgets.

• Optimize manpower utilization, spare parts inventory, and maintenance costs.

• Ensure cost-effective procurement and vendor management.

Spares & Inventory Management

• Maintain optimum inventory levels for critical spares.

• Manage spares through SAP/ERP systems.

• Ensure timely availability without overstocking.

Team Management

• Lead and manage maintenance teams across shifts.

• Plan manpower allocation and shift management systems.

• Conduct training and skill development programs.

• Enforce accountability and performance tracking.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure implementation of Safety Systems & Work Permits.

• Comply with statutory norms including TNEB, TNPCB, and environmental regulations.

• Promote a strong safety culture and zero-incident workplace.

Continuous Improvement & TPM:

• Drive Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives.

• Implement 5S, JIT, Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Lead Kaizen and continuous improvement projects.

Automation & Projects

• Handle machine erection, commissioning, and upgrades.

• Manage conveyor automation systems and control systems (BMS, SPS – Schneider Performance Systems / Deming).

• Support modernization and technology implementation initiatives.

Sustainability & Energy Management

• Lead energy-saving projects and monitor utilities.

• Implement Sustainability & Environmental Management Systems.

• Optimize power consumption and coordinate with TNEB.

Performance Monitoring

• Track key KPIs such as:

  • Equipment uptime
  • Maintenance cost per unit
  • MTBF / MTTR
  • Spare consumption

• Use systems like OWS – JBS / SPS dashboards for performance reporting.

Systems & Tools Expertise

• SAP PM Module

• TPM Pillars

• CBM / TBM Techniques

• BMS Systems

• Schneider Performance Systems (SPS)

• Data-driven maintenance tools

Key Skills

• Strong leadership & team management

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Budgeting & cost control

• Technical expertise in mechanical/electrical systems

• Project management skills

• Knowledge of automation systems

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking

• Decision-making ability

• Cross-functional coordination

• Continuous improvement mindset

• Safety-first approach

Performance Indicators

• Reduction in breakdowns

• Increase in equipment efficiency

• Cost savings in maintenance

• Improvement in MTBF & MTTR

• Successful project completion

What's in it for me?

• High-impact role where your technical expertise directly influences plant success

• Opportunity to lead initiatives and mentor a skilled maintenance team

• Supportive culture that values safety, innovation, and continuous learning

• Professional growth through training, certifications, and career development programs

Bring your maintenance expertise to a team that's ready to support your success!

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