Maintenance Head Battery Pack (EV 2-Wheeler)

Location: Aurangabad, Maharashtra

Experience: 10+ years in battery assembly line maintenance or EV component manufacturing

Department: Manufacturing / Maintenance

Reports To: Plant Head / Manufacturing Head

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned Maintenance Head to lead the maintenance operations of a Battery Pack Assembly Line for electric 2-wheelers. This leadership role requires hands-on expertise in automation systems, robotics, and PLC troubleshooting, along with a strong understanding of battery technologies.

You will manage a team of 1520 maintenance professionals, ensuring equipment uptime, driving TPM initiatives, and collaborating closely with production, quality, and automation teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Equipment Uptime & Reliability:

- Ensure smooth functioning of assembly equipment: cell welding, potting, sealing, BMS installation, and EOL testing.

- Troubleshoot robotic systems, PLCs, welders, laser systems, and BMS testers.

- Drive high Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across all battery lines.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance:

- Develop preventive maintenance schedules aligned with OEM guidelines.

- Apply predictive maintenance techniques for critical machinery.

TPM Implementation:

- Lead Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) across the battery section.

- Monitor KPIs such as MTTR, MTBF, and downtime reduction.

Team & Vendor Management:

- Supervise a multi-shift team of engineers and technicians.

- Liaise with machine manufacturers and service vendors for AMC, upgrades, and spares.

Process Improvement & CAPA:

- Support quality and production teams in resolving equipment-related defects.

- Lead Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for equipment non-conformities.

Documentation & Compliance:

- Maintain logs for maintenance activities, safety checks, and calibration records.

- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 45001, and industry safety norms.

Budget & Asset Planning:

- Assist in planning spares inventory, maintenance costs, and future CAPEX investments.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong understanding of battery pack assembly: laser welding, ultrasonic welding, potting, leak testing.

- Knowledge of Li-ion cell handling, BMS functionality, and ESD practices.

- Hands-on expertise in PLC programming and troubleshooting.

- Familiarity with robotics, automation, and vision systems.

- Proficient in TPM, Lean Maintenance, Six Sigma, and 5S practices.

- Excellent leadership, analytical, and crisis management skills.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.

- Certification in TPM or Lean Maintenance is an advantage.

- Prior experience in EV, Automotive OEM, or Tier-1 supplier environment is highly preferred.

If youre passionate about EV technology and have the drive to lead a high-performance maintenance function, we invite you to apply and be part of this transformation journey.