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Maintenance Supervisor - Electrical & Automation Job Description This role leads a team of maintenance technicians in a fast-paced distribution center, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical, automation, and material handling systems. You will combine hands-on electrical expertise with strong leadership to minimize downtime, support automated warehouse equipment, and drive continuous improvement in a highly regulated pharmaceutical distribution environment. Responsibilities Supervise, mentor, and coordinate a team of 8-10 maintenance technicians in a fast-paced distribution environment. Plan, assign, and review daily maintenance activities to ensure timely completion and high-quality workmanship. Ensure safe and efficient maintenance of electrical systems up to 480V in accordance with applicable standards and procedures. Oversee work on 400-amp cabinets, transfer switches, and Pick system robots to support reliable distribution operations. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair material handling equipment, including conveyors, sortation systems, and automated warehouse equipment. Support PLC-controlled systems used in automated distribution or warehouse environments, ensuring stable and reliable operation. Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and control system issues quickly and accurately to minimize equipment downtime. Perform electrical troubleshooting, including low-voltage wiring, testing, and repairs on a variety of distribution center systems. Use multimeters and other diagnostic tools to test circuits, sensors, and components and verify proper operation. Assist with controls and automation troubleshooting, including identifying faults in PLC-based systems and supporting corrective actions. Perform facilities maintenance as needed, including work on dock doors, fire systems, HVAC, and general building equipment. Support and execute preventive maintenance (PM) programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned outages. Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, and operational efficiency. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Promote a strong safety culture by following and enforcing safety procedures and safe work practices during all maintenance activities. Essential Skills Strong electrical expertise, including maintenance and troubleshooting of systems up to 480V. Hands-on experience working with 400-amp cabinets and transfer switches. Experience maintaining and troubleshooting Pick system robots or similar automated equipment. Proficiency in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing material handling equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, and automated warehouse equipment. Experience supporting PLC-controlled systems in automated distribution or warehouse environments. Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, including low-voltage wiring, testing, and repairs. Ability to use multimeters and other diagnostic tools to test circuits, sensors, and electrical components. Experience assisting with controls and automation troubleshooting, including identifying faults in PLC-based systems. Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) to track and manage maintenance activities. Demonstrated leadership experience supervising a team of maintenance technicians, ideally 8-10 people. Prior supervisory experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and control systems to minimize downtime. Ability to perform facilities maintenance, including dock doors, fire systems, HVAC, and building equipment. Solid understanding of maintenance management and maintenance supervision principles. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, automated distribution environment with a focus on operational excellence. Additional Skills & Qualifications Military experience that brings discipline, structured problem-solving skills, and a strong sense of accountability. Experience with Allen-Bradley systems and PLC programming in an industrial or distribution setting. Experience in automation and controls, including exposure to automated warehouse or material handling systems. Experience supporting preventive maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives. Strong communication skills to effectively guide, coach, and coordinate a diverse maintenance team. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple maintenance activities in a dynamic environment. Commitment to safety and compliance in a regulated pharmaceutical distribution setting. Why Work Here? You will join a highly automated, mission-driven distribution operation where your expertise directly supports the reliable delivery of critical pharmaceutical products. The organization promotes a culture of discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement, offering the opportunity to lead a skilled maintenance team and work with advanced automation and control technologies. You will benefit from a stable schedule, a structured environment, and the chance to grow your technical and leadership capabilities in a modern distribution center. Work Environment This role is based in a pharmaceutical distribution center environment that operates with high standards of reliability, cleanliness, and safety. You will work around automated material handling systems, conveyors, sortation equipment, Pick system robots, PLC-controlled systems, and 480V electrical infrastructure, including 400-amp cabinets and transfer switches. The position follows a Sunday-Thursday schedule, from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, supporting second-shift operations in a fast-paced setting. You will regularly use diagnostic tools such as multimeters and work within a CMMS-driven maintenance process. The environment emphasizes adherence to safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and consistent, professional attire appropriate for a pharmaceutical distribution facility. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $102000.00/yr. Strong health & wellness (medical, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, FSA/HSA), generous time off (PTO, holidays, sick days, paid volunteer time, paid parental/caregiver leave), professional development (training, tuition reimbursement), and supportive work culture (remote options, ERGs, company outings) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
