Paint Shop Maintenance Manager

Overview

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility. At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The Paint Shop Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance operations within the paint shop to ensure equipment reliability, safety compliance, and maximum uptime. This role requires strong technical expertise in automotive paint shop systems (e.g., ovens, spray booths, conveyors, robots), leadership skills to manage a multidisciplinary maintenance team, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a high-volume production environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance activities within the paint shop, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance
• Ensure optimal functioning of paint shop equipment, such as pretreatment lines, electrocoating systems, ovens, paint booths, robots, conveyors, and environmental controls
• Lead, develop, and manage a team of maintenance technicians, electricians, and engineers
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and automation issues with minimal downtime
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure alignment on operational goals and paint quality standards (Class A finish)
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure critical spares are available to avoid extended downtime
• Coordinate with equipment OEMs and service vendors for technical support and upgrades
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and health regulations
• Develop and track maintenance KPIs, including MTBF, MTTR and cost efficiency
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM methodologies
• Ensure non-disclosure of confidential information within or outside the organization
• Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, Security, Environment policies and standards across all business functions under the department

You Bring Minimum Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field); relevant experience may substitute
• Minimum 10 years of experience in maintenance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within an automotive paint shop or similar industrial setting
• Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus

Technical Skills

• Minimum 10 years of experience in maintenance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within an automotive paint shop or similar industrial setting
• Strong knowledge of paint shop technologies, including spray systems, curing ovens, robotics, PLCs, and ventilation systems
• Hands-on experience with maintenance systems such as SAP PM, Maximo, or other CMMS tools
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other relevant quality standards is a plus
• Working knowledge of safety standards such as OSHA and NFPA

Soft Skills

• Communication and Collaboration
• Results Oriented
• Innovation
• Adaptability and Resilience
• Customer Focus
• Team Management

Certifications

• Electrical safety certifications and training (NFPA 70E, OSHA standards, etc.) preferred
• Certifications in maintenance or reliability engineering (e.g., CMRP, TPM, Six Sigma)
• Experience with automation and control systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
• Strong understanding of paint application processes and defect prevention

Join Lucid Motors and be a part of the luxury electric vehicle revolution in the region! Apply now and contribute to the sustainable future of mobility while offering customers an unparalleled driving experience.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid's equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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