Job Description

**Summary **

Symbotic is seeking a highly motivated Manager of Automation Maintenance Operations to lead and manage daily maintenance activities, ensuring optimal performance of our cutting-edge automated systems. You will oversee a dynamic team responsible for maintaining Symbotic’s advanced infrastructure, which includes automated adapters, vertical lifts, and a fleet of autonomous robotic vehicles. This role supports all mechanical, PLC, electrical, and electronic systems. The Manager role combines leadership with a focus on processes that improve equipment, materials, and overall system performance.

**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 executeSymbotic’smaintenance program by training, delegating, and holding maintenance technicians and leads accountable.

• Supervise maintenance staff by assigning tasks, managing schedules, and overseeing day-to-day activities.

• Coach maintenance team members and support their professional development and performance growth.

• Plan, schedule, andmonitortimelycompletion ofmaintenancework orders and related tasks.

• Actively pursue opportunities to reduce equipment downtime and improve production reliability.

• Identifyand implement initiatives to reduce waste and operating costs across maintenance operations.

• Apply continuous improvement and operational excellence practices, including root cause analysis and corrective action related to equipment failures.

• Ensure daily compliance with OSHA,Symbotic, and customer safety procedures and commitments.

• Troubleshoot complex issues and guide the team in effective problem solving.

• Maintainaccuraterecords, reports, and documentation related to maintenance activities.

• Manage vendor and subcontractor relationships as needed to support maintenance goals.

• Purchase materials, parts, and supplies to ensure proper inventory levels and equipment availability.

• Maintain clean, organized work areasin accordance withplant housekeeping and 5S standards.

• Conduct safety training and perform regular safety observations to promote a safe work environment.

• Completeassigned tasks ina timelyand organized manner.

• Perform otherduties asassigned by leadership.

Whatyou'llneed

• Associate degree or equivalent certification/experience in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing, ora relatedfield;Bachelor’sdegree preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar maintenance leadership role.

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety as a top priority.

• Skilled in progressive coaching and counseling techniques to provide continuous performance feedback, improve employee relations, and boost retention.

• Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and visual presentation.

• Proficient with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS); Maximo experience preferred.

• Strong electro-mechanical skills, with the ability to perform preventive maintenance tasks including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checks, current measurements, and electrical system inspections.

• Capable of working independently and following established maintenance procedures and technical manuals.

• High sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Open to feedback and professional development; receptive to recognition and constructive criticism.

• Strong teamplayer with a collaborative mindset.

• 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 tosafely and efficiently lift items weighingup 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.