Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for developing and implementing Preventive, Predictive, and Reliability Centered Maintenance Programs, risk-based inspection philosophies, and maintenance work processes to improve facility equipment reliability. Develops maintenance programs and work schedules to maximize equipment reliability and minimize equipment “downtime.” Including, but not limited to reliability, root cause and gap analysis and use of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. Responsible for managing the maintenance and repair of all material handling equipment and machinery, buildings, and power distribution equipment in the Distribution Center. Responsible for managing facilities, security systems, janitorial, and grounds maintenance areas of the Distribution Center. Responsible for directing and overseeing the activities of all Maintenance Function Managers, technicians, and janitorial employees.

Job Responsibilities

Oversees the Maintenance and repair function of all Distribution Center (DC) material handling equipment, machinery, electrical and power systems, control systems, and building systems to assure uninterrupted service.
Develops maintenance programs including (Preventive, Predictive, and Reliability Centered Maintenance Programs, risk-based inspection philosophies, and maintenance work processes to improve facility equipment reliability) and work schedules to maximize equipment reliability and minimize equipment “downtime.”
Fiscal responsibilities include: capital budget needs for equipment replacement and technology improvements; maintenance services from outside sources, obtains competitive bids, and makes recommendations for contracts; assures that all activities operate within designated budget, plans; recommends, and directs department's annual payroll and expense budget.
Directs the maintenance team management, on-the-floor troubleshooting, developing proactive maintenance objectives, and project engineering support. Directs Maintenance teams pertaining to the various material handling systems and equipment systems.
Develop and mentor staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; build and maintain employee morale and motivation; ensure the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies; foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Facilitates technical training for Maintenance Department personnel on technical competency maintenance skills, including but not limited to troubleshooting techniques, PLC logic, HVAC systems, and complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Develops and manages maintenance Statistical Process Controls (SPC) related to equipment reliability, spare parts control, and operational availability.
Manages and assures the Distribution Center adheres to governmental regulations and laws and is in compliance with fire, safety, and insurance inspections. Participates on Safety Management Action Team (SMAT).
Reviews and updates Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) pertinent to the Maintenance Department and Facilitates a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process for major equipment failures.

About Walgreens and WBA

Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170 year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation’s medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

External Basic Qualifications

High School diploma/GED and at least 5 years automated integrated systems in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Experience with process improvement, use of statistical tools and methodologies.
Experience with maximizing equipment reliability and minimizing equipment “downtime”.
Experience with mechanical, electrical circuitry, HVAC, plumbing, power conveyor maintenance.
Experience with analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Experience with Programmable Logic Control
Experience with MS Office Suite
At least 1 year of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross-functional team leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
Experience with Lean Manufacturing or 6 Sigma principles.

We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.