Description
About US:
ID Logistics is a dynamic, entrepreneurial logistics company globally headquartered in France with our US headquarters in Johns Creek, GA. In the US, we're experiencing multiple years of double-digit growth and significant customer expansion. We are a people-focused/ customer-centric organization that understands we need to take care of our employees so we can fulfill our mission of serving our customers. Powered by People. Driven by Purpose. Winning by Performance.
Position Overview
The Senior Manager, Maintenance and Automation is responsible for supporting the maintenance and overall upkeep of facility operations across the network, including logistics and manufacturing automation, grounds, building systems, and material handling equipment (MHE). This role ensures safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operations by building and supporting skilled maintenance teams, monitoring preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with all safety and operational standards.
Work Location: Remote role with frequent travel to various sites. Candidates located in the Chicago or Atlanta areas are preferred.
Work Schedule: First shift, Monday through Friday with the ability to work outside of scheduled hours based on business needs.
Travel: Up to 70% domestic travel, including travel between our US sites as needed. This is non-negotiable.
Compensation: Attractive annual salary range of $120,000 – $140,000, plus a performance-based bonus. Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and additional benefits.
Key Responsibilities
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Support Existing Operations
- Hire and train new site Maintenance Managers and maintenance technicians.
- Provide interim support for site Maintenance Manager roles during vacancies or peak seasonal activity.
- Audit and review maintenance procedures and programs.
- Support implementation of new equipment, including Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
Lead New Site and Equipment Implementations
- Implement and standardize CMMS programs.
- Establish spare parts inventory programs.
- Develop standard maintenance toolkits.
- Create and maintain maintenance documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Train new operators and maintenance technicians.
- Manage vendors responsible for installing new equipment, including budget tracking.
- Set up new vendor relationships and establish effective ways of working.
Maintenance, Reliability, and Compliance
- Support all maintenance activities across facilities, including logistics automation, manufacturing automation, MHE, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, racking, janitorial services, and general building systems.
- Manage network-wide maintenance projects to ensure timely execution of repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
- Maintain and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs, SOPs, and site-specific procedures.
- Investigate and support innovation initiatives, including the implementation of predictive maintenance tools.
- Conduct routine inspections of facility systems to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and facility malfunctions.
- Coordinate planned outages, capital projects, and repairs with internal stakeholders and external contractors.
- Manage service records, inventory levels, and documentation for maintenance activities and parts orders.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Perform light building maintenance as needed, including painting, bulb replacement, caulking, and minor repairs.
- Track and analyze maintenance data to identify trends, reduce downtime, and optimize asset performance.
- Support safety and compliance initiatives by identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and reporting violations.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of facility operations.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, robotics, or automation
- 5+ years of experience supporting automation in distribution environments, including pneumatics, hydraulics, vertical baggers, and scales
- Hands-on repair and troubleshooting of automation systems in distribution environments, including pneumatics, hydraulics, vertical baggers, and scale systems
- Experience working with common industrial maintenance and automation vendors, including Fanuc, MIR, and Kawasaki
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
- Flexibility and adaptability in a growing, fast-paced environment
- Proven ability to collaborate with multiple teams and quickly establish strong working relationships
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience working in a 3PL environment, preferably with food-grade operations
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
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