Welding Equipment Maintenance Manager

Welding Equipment Maintenance Manager | Automotive Manufacturing

Location: Savannah/Ellabell, GA (100% Onsite)

Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Salary: $125,000 – $140,000 + Executive Benefits

Relocation: Assistance Package Provided

We are seeking a Welding Equipment Maintenance Manager to own the technical lifecycle of our highly automated welding shop.

This is a Direct Hire opportunity to lead a team of 30+, establishing the maintenance index and culture for one of the most advanced manufacturing sites in the world.

Relocating to the Savannah area offers a blend of professional excitement and personal luxury.

• Coastal Living: Enjoy world-class boating and beaches at Tybee Island or the tranquil Georgia waterways.

• Cultural Depth: Savannah is world-renowned for its 22 historic squares, Spanish moss-draped oaks, and a vibrant arts and festival scene.

• Fine Dining: From high-end downtown experiences to coastal seafood, the "Hostess City" offers one of the best culinary scenes in the South.

• Growth Hub: Be at the center of the Southern automotive boom, ensuring long-term career value and community investment.

• Strategic Shop Management: Own the Maintenance Index (Downtime, PM completion, Safety, and Skill levels) for the entire welding shop.

• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of 30+ members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

• Budget & Assets: Manage the annual maintenance budget, including full-cycle spare parts management (R&R) and inventory control within SAP.

• Operational Precision: Prepare and execute the annual operation plan, ensuring equipment performance meets aggressive launch and production goals.

• Technical Troubleshooting: Provide expert-level support for PLC-based automation and complex electrical/mechanical systems.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Required).

• Experience: 10+ years in automated manufacturing maintenance, with at least 5 years in a major US automotive environment (Preferred).

• Leadership: Proven success managing teams of 30 or more employees, including recruitment, appraisal, and conflict resolution.

• Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of electrical/mechanical drawings and troubleshooting for PLC-based automation (AB PLC and control circuit experience preferred).

• Robotics Knowledge: Familiarity with automotive robotic welding (Kawasaki or Fanuc preferred).

• Flexibility: A commitment to supporting a 24/7 environment, including shift rotations and urgent response for nights or weekends.

• Full-Time Security: Direct employment from Day 1—no contract periods.

• Premium Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Wealth Building: Competitive 401(k) matching and annual performance incentives.

• Relocation Support: A relocation package to make your move to the Savannah area seamless.