Cell Operator

Symbotic•Melrose Park, IL

8d•$22 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility. What we need Symbotic is seeking a Cell Operator, you will be responsible for system upkeep and operations of automated adapters used to interface with the Symbotic structure. You will be responsible for assisting with system readiness to achieve performance targets as defined by leadership. You will also be responsible for utilizing Human/Machine Interface terminals to effectively operate equipment. What we do The Cell Operator is part of the Customer Operations organization which is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of Symbotic’s robotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best-in-class quality, safety and system performance. What you’ll do Perform pre-production checks on automated adapters ensuring equipment is in ‘ready to run’ state. Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour. Prepare pallets for induction into the Symbotic storage and retrieval system. Assess cause of system stoppage and return to service using Human/Machine Interface (HMI) and manual intervention. Communicate and escalate all issues impacting production immediately to operational leadership. Contribute to overall system uptime through system preservation, robot recovery, suspect removal, and bot health actions. Perform periodic system inspections including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, component validation. Report all out of spec conditions and perform root cause corrective action and maintain continuous operation of system components. Monitor and utilize common radio etiquette while obtaining instructions from leadership and operational leads. Perform rover bot upkeep to include, but not limited to, replacing wheels, cleaning, ESD brushes, sensors, etc. Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in the Symbotic Matrix select system to include working in restrictive environments. Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent experience or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing or equivalent field preferred.
A minimum of 1 year of experience with mechanical automation systems, educational or training equivalent.
Be proficient in performing all System Inspection functions including: cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, current measurements, and checking electrical systems
Ability to prioritize work to gain maximum uptime and throughput from an automated cell.
Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely.
Ability to work independently of supervisor following procedures and manuals.
Ability to Multi-task and perform multiple job functions at once.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-production checks on automated adapters ensuring equipment is in ‘ready to run’ state.
Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour.
Prepare pallets for induction into the Symbotic storage and retrieval system.
Assess cause of system stoppage and return to service using Human/Machine Interface (HMI) and manual intervention.
Communicate and escalate all issues impacting production immediately to operational leadership.
Contribute to overall system uptime through system preservation, robot recovery, suspect removal, and bot health actions.
Perform periodic system inspections including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, component validation.
Report all out of spec conditions and perform root cause corrective action and maintain continuous operation of system components.
Monitor and utilize common radio etiquette while obtaining instructions from leadership and operational leads.
Perform rover bot upkeep to include, but not limited to, replacing wheels, cleaning, ESD brushes, sensors, etc.
Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in the Symbotic Matrix select system to include working in restrictive environments.
Other duties as assigned by leadership.