Maintenance Engineer

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At San Mar, the work you do makes a difference. The Maintenance Engineer assesses mechanical, pneumatic and electronic controls to optimize operations, material handling systems and overall building conditions in San Mar distribution centers. Responsibilities include oversight of building maintenance, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair/replace, parts management and vendor interactions. The role requires working knowledge of user interfaces, electronic controls and components related to conveyance and production‑related automated systems.

This role works closely with the Distribution Systems Technology and Solutions teams, DC leadership, and Material Handling services vendors and integrators to maximize solutions for stability, scale and performance. Supervision of Facilities employees in the DC may be required.

• Maintain facility systems including conveyors and related control systems (photo eyes, solenoids, light beacons, scanners, cameras, variable frequency drives, etc.).
• Replace and repair bearings, rollers, bands, conveyor belts, gear boxes, motors, air valves, lace and track conveyor belts.
• May supervise Facilities employees in the DC; direct work and provide training as needed.
• Review schematics and troubleshoot panel indicators; use manuals to troubleshoot scanners, ez‑logic, VFDs, encoders, printers and apply solutions.
• Inspect HMI reporting, clear jams (power down, lock‑out, etc.) and fault conditions (motor overload, e‑stop, power supply faults, etc.).
• Collaborate with IT and DSaP staff, DC staff and Vendor Support/Service providers to diagnose and address concerns; communicate status and resolutions appropriately.
• Train DC staff on MHE, loading, unloading, processes, orientation, quality control and rates.
• Define and execute training programs for maintenance personnel and operators; create quality documentation on system functionality; develop preventive maintenance programs including spare‑parts inventory and warranty‑related repairs.
• Maintain all required HAZMAT records.
• Respond to management and internal customer inquiries; research and resolve operational problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience with industrial equipment.
• 1‑3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience maintaining conveyor belt systems.
• May be required to complete and maintain San Mar’s Lift Operator Certification every two years.
• Demonstrated ability and flexibility to adapt quickly to changes in the work environment.
• Customer‑service functional and/or technical‑support experience.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of individuals across the company.
• Initiative to identify and anticipate department needs and make recommendations for implementation.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment while meeting deadlines.
• Professionalism and respect for employee needs.
• Ability to build strong, positive rapport with associates in a team environment; leadership through personal example that communicates integrity, core values and consistency in decision‑making.
• Ability to travel as needed to support San Mar distribution network.
• Flexibility with schedule, able to provide off‑hours support remotely or onsite as needed.

Salary Range: $73,100 – $98,900 annually, depending on experience.

Bonus:
Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.

Paid Time Off:
Accrued bi‑weekly based on hours worked, up to 152 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan with $1 for $1 match up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long‑term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

The role is performed in a DC warehouse. Duties require standing, walking, talking, hearing, lifting or moving up to 60 lbs, operating powered equipment, and repetitive hand, wrist and arm motions.…