What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Maintenance Manager (Robotics) position at Formic?
Job Description
Job Description
Who We Are :
At Formic, we're on a mission to revolutionize American manufacturing and create more abundance in the world. We believe in continuing the American legacy of innovation by making automation accessible to all manufacturers and increasing their factory productivity by 10x.
Built upon deep expertise in robotics and manufacturing, our unique Pay-for-Productivity robotics solutions combine the best automation technology, tools, and uptime services for manufacturers, paving the way for a new era of supercharged efficiency and competitiveness.
As the world faces growing pressure from rising costs and labor shortages, Formic is a uniquely powerful tool in overcoming these challenges. Fueled by our vision for a resurged "Made in America," we're growing fast - achieving 70% quarterly growth in customer count and ARR, with ~30% of our customers having already deployed multiple systems.
Supporting us in our mission, with investments thus far totaling over $60 million, are backers including Blackhorn Ventures, Mitsubishi HC Capital America, NEC, Lorimer Ventures, Translink Capital, Alumni Ventures, FJ Labs, Lux Capital, Initialized Capital and founders of multiple Fortune 50 companies.
About the PODS (Production Optimization, Deployment, Solutions) team :
The Automation Maintenance / Field Service Manager is responsible for managing Formic's team of Automation Field Service Engineers who are located in various areas of the US, as well as overseeing all maintenance operations to ensure the efficient functioning of automated production equipment in a distributed manufacturing environment. This role involves planning, directing, and coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards, and managing a team of maintenance professionals. The Field Service Manager will develop and implement maintenance strategies, adhere to budgets, and collaborate with other departments to support equipment performance goals.
As Automation Maintenance Manager, you will :
- Manage dispatch, scheduling and work assignment :
- Work on the forefront of robotics automation using Formic's suite of monitoring and diagnostic capabilities. Leading a team of Field Service Engineers to provide preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities across Formic's growing fleet of deployed robotic cells
- Schedule and assign corrective work orders and proactive maintenance tasks, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely completion.
- Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
- Manage inbound requests for service.
- Team Leadership :
- Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance staff, including hiring, performance evaluations, and career development.
- Provide clear direction to enable team members to achieve goals and deliver superior maintenance services.
- Collaboration :
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to coordinate maintenance activities impacting production schedules.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Training and Development :
- Provide technical expertise and support in areas such as PLCs, robotics, automation systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Develop and deliver training programs for maintenance staff and production operators.
- Spares Inventory Review :
- Review spare parts inventory, ensuring critical parts are available, setting recommended minimum and maximum levels.
- Review equipment drawings and make recommendations for critical spare parts lists.
- Maintenance Systems Management :
- Oversee corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance efforts for all production machinery and equipment.
- Maintain electronic maintenance planning systems (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems - CMMS) and ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities.
- Inspection and Troubleshooting :
- Lead the efforts to conduct regular inspections of equipment at facilities to identify maintenance needs and implement preventive measures.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions, coordinating repairs with internal staff or external vendors as necessary.
- Budget Management :
- Manage maintenance budgets, including tracking expenses, controlling costs, and identifying opportunities for savings.
- Prepare and review relevant maintenance metrics to drive improvement and report to management.
- Equipment Installation and Projects :
- Help cross functional departments with installation, commissioning, and start-up of new equipment and systems with vendors and subcontractors.
- Continuous Improvement :
- Analyze maintenance data and conduct post mortem exercises to identify trends, root causes of equipment failures, and opportunities for improvement.
- Implement process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Vendor and Contractor Management :
- Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure quality service and support.
- Evaluate service provider performance for compliance with contracts and company standards.
- Compliance and Safety :
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, OSHA standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Develop and implement maintenance policies, standard operating procedures, and best practices.
- Lead safety culture initiatives, perform safety audits, and ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Occasional (approximately 10-20%) travel may be required to meet with suppliers or visit other company locations
What makes you a great fit :
Job Requirements :
Preferred Experience :
Physical Demands and Work Environment :
Total Rewards :
Total rewards packages at Formic consist of salaries benchmarked against similar stage growth companies, insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD), and equity in Formic itself. As an early stage startup, equity is an important part of our investment in you, and your investment in Formic. When Formic succeeds, we all succeed.
Final offer amounts are custom-crafted, based on the cash / equity ratio preference of the candidate, as well as their experience, geographical location and cost of labor, and more, and may vary from the range listed below. Ultimately we're seeking top performers who will make a difference to our business, and we're open to negotiating the compensation structure for the right candidate. The expected base pay range for this position is below.
Base Salary Range : 120,000—$140,000 USD
What we look for :
We're building a company from the ground up, so every single person we hire has a massive impact on our team, culture, and ability to accomplish our mission. While each individual brings their own unique skills and perspectives to Formic, we look for people who share our vision and act in alignment with our Operating Principles. If this sounds like you, Formic could be the place for you :
What We Offer :
Formic believes we do our best work when we are equipped to take care of ourselves and our loved ones. To support this Formic offers comprehensive benefits and perks for full-time US-based employees, including :
As our team grows, our benefit and perk offerings for employees based outside of the United States will vary. We are happy to discuss these options with you as part of our recruiting and interviewing process. Temporary or contract positions are not eligible for Formic employee benefits and perks, except where legally required.
Formic is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, family or parental status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. All employment decisions are based on a person's merit, business needs, and role requirements. If you require further accommodations or have questions regarding accessibility of our roles, please reach out to careers@formic.co.
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000
