Maintenance Group Leader, General Assembly

ABOUT SLATEAt Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Maintenance Group Leader, General Assembly to join our dynamic team.  The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading a team of maintenance team members, including electricians, pipefitters, and millwrights.  The Maintenance Group Leader, General Assembly will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain effective assembly processes.

* Must be willing to relocate to Warsaw, Indiana.  Relocation assistance will be provided. *

| WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Prioritize safety, above all else, to protect our team members, partners, and customers.
• Analyze and evaluate existing team structure and deployment to support manufacturing operations.
• Develop standardized work for maintenance team members.
• Optimize response time to equipment downtime to increase productivity and reduce costs.
• Provide technical expertise and support for assembly line setup and production.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to streamline assembly processes.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for process improvement projects.
• Work closely with safety teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Implement and optimize a preventative maintenance program to ensure equipment uptime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues.
• Document and maintain detailed process documentation, including standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the availability of necessary parts and equipment.
• Capture and document lessons learned for continuous improvement.

| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor's degree is preferred. While a degree is preferred, we value hands-on experience and a proven track record of success in similar roles as a suitable substitute and encourage candidates to apply who can demonstrate relevant and commensurate professional experience.
• 3+ years of relevant experience as a Maintenance Group Leader, Maintenance Supervisor, or Tradesperson in a manufacturing or assembly environment, preferably in the automotive industry.
• In-depth knowledge of general assembly processes and manufacturing best practices.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and efficiency improvement.
• Experience with implementing automation in assembly processes.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast-paced start-up and new model launch environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

| PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 10%).
• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE? 

We’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. Slate’s start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles. 

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE:

• Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
• Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.