Ingram Micro

Maintenance Automation Manager

Ingram Micro$88K — $150K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in maintenance operations, preferably in distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing environments
  • 4+ years of leadership experience managing maintenance teams
  • Proficiency with automated systems, specifically conveyors, PLCs, and material handling equipment
  • Solid analytical skills with a strong problem-solving ability
  • Experience with preventive maintenance implementation and system optimization
  • Demonstrated background in driving continuous improvement, particularly with lean methodologies
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead maintenance operations for facilities and automated systems including conveyors and PLC-controlled equipment
  • Coach and develop a team of maintenance professionals while ensuring achievement of operational results
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability
  • Oversee troubleshooting for complex equipment and facility issues
  • Coordinate with vendors and contractors for maintenance and capital projects
  • Estimate costs for repairs, upgrades, and facility improvements
  • Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives to minimize downtime

Benefits

  • Access to healthcare benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Wellbeing benefits
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and optimization of company facilities and automated distribution systems. This role ensures the reliability, performance, and safety of facility infrastructure, including conveyors, scanning systems, and PLC-controlled equipment.

The Maintenance Manager leads a team of professionals, manages vendor partnerships, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, minimize downtime, and support business objectives. The role also oversees facility planning, cost estimation, and ensures compliance with company standards, building codes, and environmental and safety regulations.

What You'll Do
  • Lead day-to-day maintenance operations across facilities and automated systems, including conveyors, scanning systems, and PLC-controlled equipment
  • Manage, coach, and develop a team of maintenance professionals; set objectives and ensure delivery of operational results
  • Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability
  • Oversee troubleshooting and resolution of moderately complex to complex equipment and facility issues
  • Perform and oversee maintenance of conveyor systems, including removal, replacement, adjustments, and repairs
  • Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers to support maintenance, repairs, and capital projects
  • Estimate labor, materials, and project costs for repairs, upgrades, and facility improvements
  • Support facility planning by reviewing design requirements, costs, and infrastructure needs
  • Ensure compliance with company standards, building codes, health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives to optimize maintenance processes and reduce downtime
  • Analyze maintenance and operational data to improve system performance, reliability, and lifecycle management
  • Identify and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact
  • Oversee repair schedules, inspections, and maintenance activities across building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical)
  • Influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align maintenance priorities with business objectives
  • Adapt departmental plans and priorities to address operational challenges and resource constraints


What You Bring to the Role
  • Strong experience managing maintenance operations in a distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
  • Proven leadership experience managing skilled professionals and support staff, with the ability to influence and develop teams
  • Expertise in automated systems including conveyors, PLCs, and material handling equipment
  • Ability to manage both day-to-day operational demands and long-term strategic maintenance planning
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex, non-routine issues
  • Proven experience implementing preventive maintenance programs and driving system optimization
  • Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives (lean methodologies preferred)
  • Flexibility to work varied schedules and respond to urgent operational needs in a fast-paced environment
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
  • Minimum 7- years of relevant maintenance or facilities experience, including experience in automated environments. Minimum 4 years of people leadership or supervisory experience


The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $88,700.00 - $150,800.00 per year.

The ranges above reflect the potential annual base pay across the U.S. for all roles; the applicable base pay range will depend on the candidate's primary work location, pay grade, and variable compensation plan. Individual base pay within each range depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time of hire. New hires starting base pay generally falls in the bottom half (between the minimum and midpoint) of a pay range.

At Ingram Micro certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus or sales incentives and long-term incentives. These awards are allocated based on position level and individual performance. U.S.-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others.

This is not a complete listing of the job duties. It's a representation of the things you will be doing, and you may not perform all these duties.

About Ingram Micro

Ingram Micro is a leading technology distributor, providing a wide range of products and services to customers around the world. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of IT products and services, including hardware, software, and cloud-based solutions. Ingram Micro is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers, and has a strong reputation for innovation and reliability in the industry. The company operates in markets around the world, and has a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. Ingram Micro is dedicated to sustainability and environmental responsibility, and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Ingram Micro
Size
35,000 employees
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Founded
1979

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