Group Maintenance and Automation Manager

Parts Town; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Parts Town, a leading distributor of restaurant equipment parts, seeks a Group Maintenance and Automation Manager. This role involves overseeing maintenance operations, leading automation teams, and managing vendor relationships across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in leadership and project management, with a passion for continuous improvement and automation technologies. Join a high-performing team that values safety, integrity, and innovation.

Benefits

Team member appreciation events

Volunteer opportunities

Monthly IT stipend

Casual dress code

On-demand pay options

Health insurance

401k/401k match

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years in maintenance operations and vendor management.
• Experience in multi-site manufacturing or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multi-site automation team.
• Develop and execute vendor management strategies.
• Coordinate infrastructure improvements and capacity planning.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Facilities Management

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

Job description

Group Maintenance and Automation Manager

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC, and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values, with safety being your first priority. That’s key. We’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change, and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!

Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond, and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!

• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs, and paid time off – we’ve got you covered.

The Job at a Glance

We are seeking an experienced Group Facilities and Automation Manager to oversee maintenance operations, automation engineering teams, and vendor relationships across multiple facilities. This role will drive facility uptime, automation advancement, and strategic vendor partnerships within our complex and quickly growing organization. You’ll play a key role in aligning and advancing our automation processes and tools, while also serving as a mentor and connector. By building strong relationships across our facilities, you’ll help foster cohesion and collaboration within our automation efforts. If you’re passionate about supply chain automation and excel in structured, cross-functional teamwork.

A Typical Day

• Lead and manage a multi-site automation team, including engineers and technicians, responsible for supporting and advancing manufacturing and distribution center automation systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design and develop new automation techniques and implement solutions that enhance manufacturing and distribution processes.
• Recommend, develop, and implement new automation policies, processes, and standards to drive operational excellence.
• Develop and execute a vendor management strategy aligned with organizational goals to drive quality, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
• Manage and maintain relationships with key vendors, contractors, and service providers across all sites.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to drive infrastructure improvements, capacity planning decisions, and cost optimization strategies.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and enhance equipment and facilities reliability and longevity.
• Plan and oversee facility projects including design, development, upgrades, and repairs.
• Inspect facilities directly or review inspection reports to determine required repairs, replacements, or improvements.
• Manage vendor bidding processes and coordinate outside contractors for renovation, maintenance, and repair work.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation optimization, maintenance efficiency, and cost control.

To land this opportunity:

• You have 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in maintenance operations, automation engineering, and vendor management within a multi-site manufacturing or distribution environment.
• You have proven success in developing vendor management strategies and managing complex vendor networks.
• You’re passionate about leadership, project management, communication, continuous improvement, and analytical skills.
• You can lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives across a distribution organization.
• Bonus points if you are familiar with automation technologies, robotics, and operational technology systems!
• It’s a plus if you have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.

About Your Future Team

Our Fulfillment Center Team is full of high-performing team members who are passionate and enthusiastic about working hard and playing hard. Our Fulfillment Center fosters a team-oriented atmosphere, and we strive to live up to our core values of safety, integrity, community, passion, courage, and innovation every day!

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize a positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The salary range for this role is $103,923.54 – $139,050.91 annually, based on qualifications, experience, and location. Parts Town is a pay-for-performance company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer profit-sharing and annual bonuses depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Parts Town welcomes diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.