Automation Process Controller
About The Position
This role requires strong technical aptitude and comfort working with automated systems, warehouse control software, and operational data. While technology is a major component of the position, this is not a desk-based role. The individual in this position will be expected to be active on the warehouse floor, working alongside operations and technical teams to support system performance and throughput. This is a hands-on role within a brand-new automated facility and plays a critical part in overall site success. Candidates must be comfortable with the physical demands of walking, standing for extended periods, and working in a fast-paced distribution environment. This position is highly visible and essential to maintaining operational flow, system reliability, and customer commitments.
Requirements
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving experience
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working around automation, conveyors, and robotics
- Strong attention to detail and communication skills
- Candidates must be comfortable with the physical demands of walking, standing for extended periods, and working in a fast-paced distribution environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor TV screens in the control room to track and manage warehouse processes.
- Plan and virtually oversee all warehouse activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and on-time completion.
- Optimize product flow to maximize system capacity and eliminate bottlenecks.
- Track system downtime and implement improvement strategies.
- Troubleshoot equipment and system issues, conducting root cause analysis and partnering with technical teams for resolution.
- Develop best practices for automated warehouse operations.
- Monitor warehouse automation systems, conveyors, and AGVs
- Ensure product flow, throughput, and operational efficiency
- Respond to system alerts, downtime, and process interruptions
- Identify bottlenecks and support root cause analysis
- Partner with operations and technical teams to resolve issues
- Support continuous improvement in automated warehouse processes
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- basic life and disability insurance benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- paid time off
- annual bonus eligibility
- a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
