Assistant Manager - Mechanical Maintenance
BSH Home Appliances Group
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Full Time Engineering Jobs India
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 February 17, 2026