Manager, Automation Maintenance Operations

Symbotic LLC; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

Symbotic LLC is seeking an Automation Maintenance Manager to lead the on-site maintenance operations at a customer distribution center. You will oversee technicians, train staff, and ensure daily management of maintenance activities and safety compliance.

The role emphasizes improving equipment uptime across electro-mechanical systems, implementing RCA, and managing vendor relations. A background in electronics/automation and 5+ years in maintenance leadership is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a maintenance leadership role.
• Strong electro-mechanical skills including preventive maintenance and electrical inspections.
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms — Maximo experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills — written, verbal, and presentation.
• High sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in progressive coaching and performance management techniques.
• Collaborative team player who is open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site maintenance team and train delegates.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor completion of maintenance work orders and related tasks.
• Reduce equipment downtime, improve production reliability, and eliminate waste.
• Apply continuous improvement practices including root cause analysis and corrective action for equipment failures.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and guide the team toward effective, lasting solutions.
• Ensure daily compliance with OSHA, Symbotic, and customer safety procedures.
• Conduct safety training and observations to promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to maintenance activities.
• Coach team members and actively support their professional development and performance growth.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor relationships to support maintenance goals.
• Purchase materials, parts, and supplies to maintain inventory levels and equipment availability.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Other duties assigned

Skills

Electro-mechanical

Preventive maintenance

CMMS (Maximo)

Communication skills

Prioritization

Coaching/leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

Symbotic is seeking an Automation Maintenance Manager to lead daily maintenance operations at one of our customer distribution center sites. You'll oversee a team of technicians who are responsible for keeping Symbotic’s advanced infrastructure running — including automated adapters, vertical lifts, conveyor systems, and a fleet of autonomous robotic vehicles. This role blends hands‑on leadership with a focus on process, accountability, and continuous improvement across all mechanical, electrical, PLC, and electronic systems.

What we do

The Manager of Automation Maintenance Operations is part of the Customer Operations organization which is responsible for leading the day‑to‑day operations of Symbotic’s robotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best‑in‑class quality, safety and system performance.

What you’ll do

• Lead and execute Symbotic's maintenance onsite team, overseeing day-to-day operations while training, delegating, and holding technicians and leads accountable.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor completion ofmaintenancework orders and related tasks.
• Drive initiatives to reduce equipment downtime, improve production reliability, andeliminatewaste.
• Apply continuous improvement practices including root cause analysis and corrective action for equipment failures.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and guide the team toward effective, lasting solutions.
• Ensure daily compliance with OSHA,Symbotic, and customer safety procedures.
• Conduct safety training and perform regular safety observations to promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintainaccuraterecords, reports, and documentation related to maintenance activities.
• Coach team members and actively support their professional development and performance growth.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor relationships to support maintenance goals.
• Purchase materials, parts, and supplies tomaintainproper inventory levels and equipment availability.
• Maintain clean, organized work areasin accordance with5Sstandards.
• Other duties assigned

What you’ll need

• Associate degree, equivalent certification, or relevant hands‑on experience in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing, or a year of experience in related field required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a maintenance leadership role preferred.
• Strong electro‑mechanical skills including preventive maintenance, electrical system inspections, and tolerance checks.
• Proficiencywith CMMS platforms — Maximo experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills — written, verbal, and presentation.
• High sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Skilled in progressive coaching and performance management techniques.
• Collaborative team player who is open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Your Environment

• Must be able to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches.
• Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes.
• Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.
• Frequent ability to safely and efficiently lift items weighing up to 60lbs and move items weighing up to 80lbs.
• Stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours.
• Must be capable of occasional and/or continuous feeling, seeing, hearing, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, balancing, gripping, climbing, crawling, sitting, handling objects, and repetitive movement using both hands and feet.

About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world.

That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $87,000.00 - $131,000.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.