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Position Summary...

What you'll do...

The Automation Maintenance Senior Manager will be responsible for the management and oversight of automation maintenance activities across multiple regions, ensuring automation assets operate at peak performance with high system uptime and reliability. This role involves executing a comprehensive automation maintenance strategy, driving preventative, predictive and condition based maintenance programs, and improving system uptime and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have expertise in automation systems and equipment with a focus on developing and leading maintenance teams to ensure long-term reliability, operational excellence, and alignment with company-wide goals.

**What you'll do** :

**Oversight of Automation Assets and Reliability** :

+ Provide direct oversight for the maintenance, operation, and optimization of automation assets across multiple facilities.

+ Develop and monitor KPIs to measure the performance and reliability of automation systems.

+ Establish and implement reliability-based practices to ensure the continuous improvement and long-term health of automation equipment.

+ Prioritize and resolve equipment reliability issues to reduce downtime and improve operational output.

+ Partner with facility teams to evaluate the condition of existing supporting assets and determine necessary upgrades or replacements.

**Execution of Automation Maintenance Strategy** :

+ Design and implement a proactive automation maintenance strategy, incorporating preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance practices.

+ Standardize and oversee maintenance procedures, ensuring consistency and alignment across all facilities.

+ Build and maintain maintenance schedules to maximize asset availability and operational uptime.

+ Implement and leverage data analytics, sensors, and monitoring systems to identify trends and optimize asset performance.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams (trades, engineering, operations, and IT) to align automation maintenance strategy with business goals.

**Leadership and Team Development** :

+ Lead, mentor, and develop regional maintenance teams and technicians to effectively manage complex automation systems and troubleshoot issues.

+ Cultivate a strong culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement within the maintenance organization.

+ Provide training and development opportunities for staff to stay updated on emerging automation technologies and best practices.

**Continuous Improvement Initiatives** :

+ Drive maintenance process improvements to reduce downtime, costs, and waste while improving overall system performance.

+ Audit maintenance programs regularly and identify areas for optimization.

+ Stay ahead of technological advancements in automation and recommend and implement upgrades or system enhancements as necessary.

What you'll bring:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

+ Minimum of 7+ years of experience in automation maintenance, reliability, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

+ Experience designing and implementing preventative and predictive maintenance programs.

+ Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects in a fast-paced environment.

+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to drive decisions and continuous improvement.

+ Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and asset tracking tools.

**You'll wow us if you have** :

+ Certification in maintenance reliability (CMRP or CRE) or related field.

+ Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

+ Experience with IoT and Industry 4.0 technologies.

**Key Competencies** :

+ Exceptional leadership and team-building skills.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.

+ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a dynamic multi-site environment.

+ Strategic thinker with the ability to balance short-term priorities with long-term organizational goals.

This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a critical function in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and longevity of cutting-edge automation technologies while playing a pivotal role in supporting the organization’s operational success.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart (https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J) .

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The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00-$155,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

_Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications._

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field and 4 years’ experience in facilities management,

construction management, engineering, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in facilities management, construction management, engineering,

or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

_Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications._

Building controls automation software, Creating budgets and managing profit and loss statements, Retail Operations Management, Supervisory

Masters: Architecture, Masters: Business Administration, Masters: Computer Engineering, Masters: Construction Management

Facilities Manager - Certificate, Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Primary Location...

406 S Walton Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72712-5705, United States of America

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.