Automation Technician

Capstone Logistics, LLC•Dallas, TX

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating the automated warehouse systems and workflow to ensure efficient operations in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum one year experience working in an automated warehouse
Minimum one year experience operating powered warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.)
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrated ability to make decisions in a dynamic environment
Demonstrated commitment warehouse safety
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Knowledge of inventory management
Ability to identify and troubleshoot common automated warehouse problems
Prolonged periods of standing
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in a warehouse environment (concrete floors, changing temperatures)
Ability to work indoors and outdoors

Nice To Haves

WCS or WES knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

ANCRA System Management
Manage ANCRA trailer inventory (full/empty) and daily yard count.
Activate master trips in ANCRA automated door for product loading/unloading.
Ensure unloaded trips match TTN and trailer numbers before activation.
Monitor and manage inventory in ICS (WOV).
Monitor product needs in the ANCRA outbounds and escalate to service and management before cut decisions.
Send daily shift recap for ANCRA, highlighting key events.
Update the ANCRA log tracker for outbounds and inbounds.
Clear faults and fix spills on p-track; replace shrink wrap film and rethread when breaks occur.
Review line-item summaries to check/change code dates for product flow.
Perform audits on infeeds and outfeeds.
Call out empties for door activation and manage trip progress.
Escalate equipment issues to Maintenance and Management in a timely manner.
Complete ANCRA yard walk at the start and mid-shift, recording empty trailer numbers and locations.
Breaker Role
Manage breaks and lunches for ANCRA team members.
Provide additional support for ANCRA when needed.
Complete daily checklists for ANCRA on the team’s page.
Assist ANCRA operators with housekeeping and sanitation tasks.
Yard management.
General Operations & Maintenance Operate and troubleshoot ANCRA systems to optimize throughput, inventory, and reconciliation, including Squarer / Wrapper devices in auto and default operational modes.
Use ICS and WCS to create and execute trips, monitor inventory, and manage product flow.
Identify and resolve system-generated faults, audits, and technical troubleshooting.
Perform fault recovery on the ANCRA system (load runners, Cisco/Eagle conveyors, trolleys, Squarer, and Wrapper).
Manage product flow to active ANCRA trips in ICS.
Solve daily operational issues by prioritizing and organizing workflow/scheduling.
Take responsibility for receiving and distributing products and assisting with the inventory process when necessary.
Verify pallets for inventory accuracy.
Forklift and Trailer Operations Load and unload pallets and individual cases to/from trailers – manually if necessary.
Inspect and understand all trailer types involved in daily operations and perform quality checks.
Coordinate trailer/hostler communication and collaborate with other departments on warehouse operations.
Cross-Functional Communication & Reporting Communicate cross-functionally with other departments as needed.
Report any equipment, process, or procedure deficiencies or events that may lead to equipment failure, unsafe conditions, or environmental hazards.
Participate in daily run-right venues (pre-shift handoff, hourly wall meetings, post-shift handoff).
Input hourly shift comments and send out end-of-shift communication.
Participate in required meetings and send daily shift recaps.
Safety & Sanitation Maintain a safe and sanitary work area.
Complete the critical care checklist each shift.
Participate in Associated Safety Training (LOTO).
Adhere to safety guidelines and report any unsafe conditions.