Sr. Manager, Maintenance and Automation

ID Logistics US • Atlanta, GA

134d • $120,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Sr Manager, Maintenance and Automation is responsible for supporting the maintenance and upkeep of all facility operations, including logistics and manufacturing automation, grounds, building systems, and material handling equipment (MHE). This role ensures safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operations by setting up skilled maintenance teams, monitoring preventative maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. The Sr. Manager, Maintenance and Automation is part of the operations team and partners closely with site Maintenance Managers and external vendors to support productivity and continuous improvement. Candidates should have a strong background in industrial maintenance and good understanding of automation and robotics troubleshooting.

Requirements

• 5-7 years in industrial maintenance, robotics, or automation.
• 5 years experience with automation in distribution such as pneumatics, hydraulics, vertical baggers, and scales.
• Working with common vendors within industrial maintenance such as Fanuc, MIR, and Kawasaki.

Nice To Haves

• 3PL experience with food grade experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a growing, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and establish connection with others quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support existing operations through hiring and training new site maintenance managers or technicians.
• Fill in for site maintenance managers when there are open positions or peak seasonal activity.
• Audit and review maintenance procedures.
• Support implementation of new equipment including FATs.
• Lead implementations at new distribution centers or manufacturing facilities through implementing CMMS programs.
• Establish spare parts inventory.
• Develop standard toolbox.
• Develop maintenance documentation and SOPs.
• Train new operators and technicians.
• Manage vendors installing new equipment including budget tracking.
• Set up new vendors and establish ways of working.
• Support all maintenance activities for the facility, including logistics automation, manufacturing automation, MHE, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, racking, janitorial, and building systems.
• Manage network maintenance projects ensuring timely execution of repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain and improve preventative maintenance programs, SOPs, and site-specific procedures.
• Investigate innovation projects including implementation of new predictive maintenance tools.
• Conduct routine inspections of facility systems to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions within facility and equipment.
• Coordinate planned outages, capital projects, and repairs with internal departments and external contractors.
• Manage service records, inventory levels, and documentation for all maintenance activities and parts orders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Perform light building maintenance such as painting, bulb replacements, caulking, and minor repairs.
• Track maintenance data to identify trends, reduce downtime, and optimize asset performance.
• Support safety and compliance initiatives by identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and reporting violations.
• Other duties as assigned to support facility operations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Performance-based bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees