Manager – Maintenance

Schaeffler

Manager - Maintenance overseeing maintenance operations for Schaeffler, a global technology company supporting major automobile manufacturers. Drive operational excellence and optimal machine availability in the plant.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeCheraw • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement approved maintenance methods, procedures, and tools while managing budgets and resources effectively.
Define and coordinate maintenance-specific processes and schedules collaboratively with supply chain and production planning teams.
Plan and drive preventative maintenance activities to minimize machine downtime and extend equipment life.
Oversee all maintenance activities across assigned workshops to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
Contribute to the design, layout, realization, and continuous optimization of technical infrastructure.
Manage relationships and cooperation with external suppliers and maintenance service providers.
Lead and empower your team by creating development plans, coaching, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative environment.
Maintain compliance with company policies including Quality, Safety, and Environment, while upholding Schaeffler’s Code of Conduct.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
Proven experience leading maintenance operations in a high volume industrial, manufacturing, or facilities environment.
Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
Experience with budgeting and cost analysis for maintenance programs, including labor, parts, and downtime impacts.
Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements applicable to maintenance operations.
Background with reliability-centered maintenance, root cause analysis, or continuous improvement initiatives
Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering tuition reimbursement, skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs.
Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

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Hard Skills & Tools

preventive maintenancepredictive maintenancemaintenance planningmaintenance schedulingbudgetingcost analysisroot cause analysisreliability-centered maintenancecontinuous improvementtroubleshooting

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingcommunicationproblem-solvingcollaborationfeedbackdevelopment planning