Group Maintenance and Automation Manager
Company: Parts Town
Category: Manufacturing/Skilled Trades
Addison
Type: Full Time
Parts Town is 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 the facilities, you’ll help foster cohesion and collaboration within their automation efforts. If you’re passionate about supply chain automation and excel in structured, cross-functional teamwork.
Salary range is $103,923.54 – $139,050.91. Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities. Responsibilities are listed as the following:
- 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 the reliability and longevity of equipment and facilities.
- 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.