Automation Maintenance Coordinator

The Great Yellow Brick Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Overtime opportunities

Night shift differential

Job summary

The LEGO Group in the United States seeks an Automated Warehouse Maintenance Team Coordinator to lead maintenance for a highly automated facility. You will drive preventive, predictive, and corrective activities, ensure safety and product quality, and mentor technicians.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment performance, manage spare parts, and report KPIs. This role offers a strong focus on safety, continuous improvement, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Experience leading teams or supervising others.
• Electrical and mechanical maintenance in automated environments.
• CPR and First Aid certification obtained on hire or soon after.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance team to keep LEGO warehouse equipment in optimal condition.
• Execute preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Adjust equipment settings and parameters for performance.
• Identify, replace and manage spare parts based on wear and need.
• Support installation and configuration of new equipment.
• Collaborate with vendors to troubleshoot critical issues.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

PLC systems

WMS knowledge

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Team development

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

Technical degree in electromechanics or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

WMS software

LOTO procedures

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automated Warehouse Maintenance Team Coordinator to support the operation and reliability of a highly automated warehouse environment. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating maintenance activities, including preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance, to ensure equipment performance, safety, and operational efficiency.

The Automated Warehouse Maintenance Team Coordinator will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position also supports the development of maintenance technicians, ensures adherence to safety and quality standards, and serves as a key point of contact for equipment performance and reliability.

Compensation & Schedule

Estimated Total Annual Compensation: $90,946 - $110,034.44

• Includes base hourly pay of $39.75/hour, potential shift differential (for night shift), overtime opportunities, and annual bonus potential
• Shift Differential: 10% for night shift
• Schedule: Rotating 2-2-3 shift pattern (day and night shifts)

What You'll Do

• Lead the maintenance team to ensure LEGO warehouse equipment is maintained in optimal condition to support safe, efficient operations and product quality
• Execute and support corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities
• Adjust and optimize equipment settings and parameters (machinery, sensors, etc.)
• Identify, replace, and manage spare parts based on wear, performance, and operational needs
• Support installation and configuration of new equipment within the facility
• Serve as a liaison with external vendors and suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve critical equipment issues
• Conduct root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and processes
• Support technician development by ensuring required skills are met and maintaining the skills matrix
• Collaborate with warehouse teams to coordinate planned downtime and response to equipment failures
• Follow all applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHS standards)
• Recommend improvements to preventive maintenance procedures and checklists
• Monitor and report spare parts inventory needs
• Support and track training completion and employee development in coordination with trainers
• Perform process confirmations and audits
• Report downtime and key issues during shifts to support continuous improvement efforts
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma)
• Attend and contribute to daily shift meetings and weekly department meetings
• Update and track maintenance KPIs and huddle board metrics
• Assist in creating and updating maintenance documentation and standard operating procedures
• Contribute to engineering and maintenance improvement projects
• Support identification and procurement of critical spare parts
• Perform condition monitoring activities (e.g., thermography, vibration analysis) as required
• Maintain compliance with 5S standards, safety programs, and maintenance best practices
• Participate in safety initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement boards
• Communicate effectively across shifts to ensure proper handoff of information, issues, and learnings
• Escalate critical issues to leadership when necessary and follow appropriate decision-making protocols

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or similar role
• Demonstrated experience leading teams or supervising others
• Advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance in an automated warehouse or similar environment
• Ability to work at heights ranging from 8 to 40 meters, including participation in height rescue procedures if necessary
• CPR and First Aid certification required (must be obtained upon hire or within a specified timeframe)
• Hands-on experience with repair and maintenance of industrial equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Working knowledge of PLC systems with ability to perform basic tasks (Allen Bradley and Siemens preferred)
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and maintenance-related software tools
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of and adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safety certifications
• Willingness to travel internationally for training as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree in electromechanics, mechanics, electronics, or a related field
• Experience working in an automated materials handling or warehouse environment

Compensation

The salary for this position has a range of $39.75 - $39.75 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.

What's in it for you?

• Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
• Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
• Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you'll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
• Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
• Your workplace: Your workplace will be the office, store or factory specified in this advert.
• Hybrid Working: Our hybrid work model, Best of Both offers you the option of flexibility to work from home up to two days per week. Your People Leader will discuss the principles of the model, including how this option applies to your role and team.
• Learn more about our benefits, culture and workplace experience here

We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.

We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to "inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow."

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.

We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.

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