The expected compensation range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000 USD annually.
Employment
full time
Employer job description
From Axalta's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
We are currently looking for a Maintenance Manager to join us at our facility in Mt Clemens, MI.
Company Overview:
Axalta Coating Systems is a global leader in coatings solutions with more than 13,000 employees worldwide. The Mt. Clemens, MI facility is a key automotive coatings production site focused on delivering high-quality, innovative paint products. Our continued success is driven by our commitment to safety, reliability, quality, and operational excellence.
Position Summary:
The Maintenance Manager is a critical site leadership role responsible for leading all maintenance, reliability, and facilities operations at the Mt. Clemens plant. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of all plant equipment and utilities, while driving a proactive maintenance culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
The Maintenance Manager leads a team of maintenance technicians, planners, and contractors, and works closely with Engineering, Operations, EH&S, and Quality to support production reliability and long-term site strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & People Management
Lead, develop, and coach a high-performing maintenance and reliability team
Establish clear expectations and drive accountability to safety, reliability, and performance goals
Build organizational capability through training, development, and succession planning
Foster a culture of safety, ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Maintenance & Reliability Excellence
Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies
Drive improvements in equipment uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency
Lead troubleshooting of complex mechanical, electrical, and process equipment issues
Implement reliability initiatives including: Root cause analysis (RCA)
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Reliability-centered maintenance (RCM)
Equipment & Facility Management
Oversee maintenance and performance of key plant systems, including: Mixing, batching, and dispersion equipment
Ensure proper maintenance of facility infrastructure and critical systems
Process Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements
Support and execute key safety processes, including: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Confined space entry
Hot work permits
Mechanical integrity programs
Partner with EH&S to ensure safe operation in a hazardous chemical environment
Planning & Execution
Implement and manage a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Develop and execute planned maintenance schedules and shutdown activities
Manage spare parts strategy and critical equipment inventory
Optimize maintenance workflows to improve response time and efficiency
Capital Projects & Continuous Improvement
Support and lead maintenance-related capital projects and equipment upgrades
Partner with Engineering on equipment installation, commissioning, and startup
Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and cost
Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and extend asset life
Financial & Budget Management
Manage the maintenance operating and capital budgets
Control costs while maintaining high levels of equipment reliability
Evaluate and prioritize investments in maintenance and reliability improvements
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with: Operations to support production goals and uptime
Engineering to align on capital and reliability strategy
Quality to ensure product integrity
EH&S to maintain safe and compliant operations
Serve as a key member of the site leadership team
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment
3+ years of leadership experience managing teams
Strong knowledge of: Mechanical and electrical systems
Maintenance planning and scheduling
Safety and regulatory requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in coatings, chemical, or process manufacturing environments
Experience with CMMS systems SAP PM, Maximo, etc.
Lean / Six Sigma certification
Reliability certifications (e.g., CMRP)
Experience supporting PSM-covered processes
Work Environment & Expectations: Manufacturing environment with exposure to chemicals, noise, and industrial equipment
Ability to support off-shift, weekend, and emergency response needs
Hands-on leadership role with frequent plant floor engagement
Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.
The expected compensation range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000 USD annually.
Our Company:
Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year.
We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.
Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.
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We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.
This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.
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