Maintenance Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location: Arlington, TX

Salary: Starting at $78k, dependent upon experience

Industry: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide technical leadership, optimize maintenance operations, and ensure equipment reliability within our facility. This role requires in-depth expertise in maintenance best practices, troubleshooting, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The SME will serve as a key resource for the maintenance team, driving efficiency, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Expertise & Support

• Serve as the primary expert for troubleshooting and resolving complex maintenance issues.

• Develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.

• Support root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

Process Optimization

• Analyze maintenance workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.

• Recommend and integrate industry best practices for asset management and reliability.

• Oversee spare parts inventory management to ensure availability without excess costs.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA, ISO 45001, and industry safety regulations.

• Develop and enforce maintenance procedures in line with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 55001 standards.

• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions to improve workplace safety.

Training & Mentorship

• Provide hands-on training and mentorship to maintenance personnel.

• Develop training materials, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and best practice guidelines.

• Guide technicians in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and equipment optimization techniques.

Reliability Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Utilize Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) .

• Implement Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) and predictive maintenance technologies.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance equipment design and maintainability.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as MTTR, MTBF, and OEE to drive improvements.

• Generate reports on equipment performance, maintenance costs, and downtime trends.

• Recommend capital investments for long-term reliability and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Maintenance Engineering (or equivalent experience).

• 7+ years of experience in maintenance, reliability, or asset management within manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, or industrial facilities.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) .

• Strong knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound, oil analysis).

• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics .

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and Six Sigma principles.

Soft Skills

• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently .

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities for training and mentoring teams.

• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and safety teams.

Work Environment:

• Industrial or manufacturing facility setting with hands-on involvement in maintenance activities.

• Occasional travel required for audits, training, and implementation of best practices.

If you are a maintenance expert looking for an opportunity to drive operational excellence and mentor a team, we encourage you to apply!

Pay Details: $78,000.00 to $88,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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