Assistant Manager - Maintenance

POSITION/ ROLE

• Executive / AM Maintenance Heat Exchanger
• LOCATION
• Chennai Factory

DEPARTMENT/ DIVISION

UPBG / Manufacturing

GRADE

Exe / AM

EDUCATION

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech (Mechanical / Electrical / Mechatronics)

EXPERIENCE (Years)

5–10 years in plant maintenance, Exposure to heat exchanger / RAC / HVAC / coil shop environments

Position Overview

Ensure high uptime and efficiency of heat exchanger line machinery through effective preventive maintenance, breakdown handling, and continuous improvement, supporting uninterrupted production.

ROLE

• Preventive Maintenance
• Execute PM schedules for heat exchanger line equipment (Fin Press, Hairpin Bender, Expander, Brazing & Leak Testing)
• Develop PM checklists, SOPs, and procedures
• Ensure PM compliance to reduce downtime
• Apply predictive maintenance techniques where applicable
• Breakdown Maintenance
• Attend breakdowns promptly and restore operations quickly
• Perform RCA and implement corrective actions
• Maintain optimal MTTR and machine reliability
• Ensure availability of critical spares
• Line Management
• Ensure smooth running of heat exchanger line
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
• Track KPIs: MTBF, uptime, breakdown frequency
• Optimize performance for productivity and quality
• Continuous Improvement
• Drive TPM, Kaizen, Lean initiatives
• Implement cost and energy-saving measures
• Support process improvements and line balancing
• Safety & Compliance
• Ensure adherence to safety and statutory standards
• Follow LOTO procedures
• Participate in audits and risk assessments
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain records of PM, breakdowns, and spares
• Prepare maintenance MIS reports
• Support audit requirements
• Team Coordination
• Supervise technicians and contract manpower
• Coordinate with production, quality, and engineering
• Liaise with OEMs/vendors
• Train operators on basic maintenance practices

• Experience in Fin die overhauling and die setting
• Dry oven machine maintenance
• Refrigerant Charging machine full maintenance & service

• Ownership & accountability
• Strong troubleshooting mindset
• Team collaboration
• Continuous improvement focus

Section Manager (Maintenance)

FUNCTIONAL REPORTING

Section Manager (Maintenance)