Manager, Automation Maintenance Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

401K

PTO

Other benefits

Job summary

Symbotic in Woodland, CA is seeking an Automation Maintenance Manager to lead the onsite maintenance team at a customer distribution center. You will oversee technicians, schedule work orders, and drive reliability while ensuring safety and compliance with procedures.

The role requires strong electro‑mechanical skills, experience with CMMS (Maximo preferred), and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or relevant hands‑on experience in electronics, automation, or manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years in a maintenance leadership role.
• Strong electro‑mechanical skills incl. preventive maintenance and electrical inspections.
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms (Maximo preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite maintenance team, training and delegating tasks.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor maintenance work orders and tasks.
• Reduce equipment downtime and improve reliability; eliminate waste.
• Apply root-cause analysis and corrective actions for failures.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and guide durable solutions.
• Ensure OSHA and safety procedures are followed; conduct safety training.

Skills

Electro-mechanical

Preventive maintenance

CMMS (Maximo)

Communication skills

Coaching

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Prioritization

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Maximo

CMMS

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

Symboticis 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.

Whatyou’lldo

• 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 of maintenance work orders and related tasks.
• Drive initiatives to 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 perform regular safety 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 proper inventory levels and equipment availability.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Other duties assigned.

Whatyou’llneed

• 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.
• 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).

Our 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.

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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.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• 401K
• PTO
• other benefits