Maintenance Group Leader, Coating & Bonding at Stable Auto

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Willing to relocate to Warsaw, Indiana (relocation assistance provided)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent discipline) preferred
  • 3+ years of directly relevant experience in maintenance/manufacturing with Bachelor’s degree, OR 7+ years without Bachelor’s degree
  • 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or lead role in maintenance/manufacturing
  • Hands-on proficiency with conveyors, bearings, seals, shafts, hydraulics, pneumatics, and pipefitting
  • Skilled in welding/fabrication, machining, rigging, cranes/hoists, and forklifts
  • Proficiency in PLC systems, robotics, and electrical troubleshooting
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
  • Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and CI practices with measurable impact on MTBF/MTTR
  • Experienced in vendor management, budgeting, and capital improvement projects
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CMMS systems
  • Safety-focused, results-driven, and committed to operational excellence
  • Proven ability to coach, schedule, and manage multi-skilled trades teams
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Certifications in maintenance, safety, Six Sigma, or leadership development/training preferred
  • Certifications in fork truck preferred

Responsibilities

  • Supervise, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians, setting expectations and ensuring adherence to safe work practices (LOTO, PPE, SOPs)
  • Plan, execute, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs
  • Troubleshoot and repair systems, including mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, PLCs, robotics, and vision systems
  • Coordinate and oversee contractors, vendors, and capital project work to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards
  • Partner with Production to minimize downtime, lead root-cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective actions
  • Manage spare parts inventory, reorder points, and cost controls; recommend critical spares
  • Lead installations, rigging, alignments, rebuilds, and equipment upgrades
  • Review blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to support repair and project work
  • Ensure accurate documentation of work orders, PMs, and downtime events; report on KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, backlog)
  • Oversee vendor quotes, scheduling, quality checks, and contractor safety compliance
  • Drive housekeeping, 5S standards, and safety culture across the shop
  • Advise leadership on long-term equipment reliability, capital investment, and facility upgrades
  • Oversee all aspects of Coatings, including Thinfilm/Electrocoat systems, conveyance, sealer systems (robotic and manual), robotic bonding cells, breakdown management, and root-cause analysis (RCA) – from urgent repairs to capital projects

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ThinfilmElectrocoatConveyanceSealer SystemsRobotic BondingRoot Cause AnalysisPLCRoboticsVision SystemsMechanicalHydraulicPneumaticElectricalLOTOPreventive MaintenancePredictive Maintenance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is relocation assistance provided for this role?

Yes, relocation assistance will be provided, and candidates must be willing to relocate to Warsaw, Indiana.

What is the salary range for the Maintenance Group Leader position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience and education are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent) is preferred, with 3+ years of directly relevant experience in maintenance/manufacturing if you have a degree, or 7+ years without one. Additionally, 2+ years of experience in a leadership role is required.

What are the work hours for this position?

The regular work schedule requires availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet business needs.

What makes a strong candidate for the Maintenance Group Leader role?

Strong candidates have a technical background in coatings systems, robotics, PLCs, and maintenance leadership, with proven ability to lead teams, perform root-cause analysis, and drive safety and continuous improvement.

Stable Auto

Optimizes charging infrastructure for electric vehicle fleets

About Stable Auto

Stable Auto optimizes the charging infrastructure for electric vehicle (EV) fleets, catering to logistics companies, public transportation agencies, and corporate fleets transitioning to electric vehicles. The company provides advanced software and consulting services that utilize machine learning and operations research to help clients identify the best locations for charging stations, determine optimal charging times, and minimize both capital and operational expenditures. By simulating real-world fleet behaviors, Stable Auto delivers actionable insights that enhance performance and reduce costs. Their revenue model includes subscription fees for their software platform and consulting fees for tailored advisory services. The team consists of experts in machine learning, operations, and energy, enabling them to offer practical solutions that improve fleet management.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$18.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Consulting, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from established players like Shell may limit market share.
Low utilization rates of EV chargers threaten the profitability of infrastructure investments.
Rapid growth in public fast charging sites may reduce demand for consulting services.

Differentiation

Stable Auto uses machine learning to optimize EV fleet charging infrastructure.
The company offers customized solutions tailored to each client's specific needs.
Stable Auto's team includes experts from top companies and academic institutions.

Upsides

Partnerships with companies like Blink Charging enhance Stable Auto's market presence.
The rise of vehicle-to-grid technology offers new revenue streams for fleet operators.
AI-driven predictive maintenance reduces downtime and maintenance costs for charging stations.

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