Cell Operator

Exol•Jackson, GA

1d•$21 - $25

About The Position

Symbotic is seeking a Cell Operator to maintain and operate automated adapters that interface with the Symbotic structure. The role supports system readiness and performance targets, using Human/Machine Interface (HMI) terminals to operate equipment. As part of Customer Operations, the Cell Operator contributes to daily operation of Symbotic’s robotic material handling system and partners with onsite customers to support quality, safety, and system performance.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience with mechanical automation systems, or equivalent educational or training experience.
Proficiency in system inspection functions, including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, current measurements, and checking electrical systems.
Ability to prioritize work to maximize uptime and throughput from an automated cell.
Commitment and ability to work safely.
Ability to work independently of a supervisor while following procedures and manuals.
Ability to multitask and perform multiple job functions at once.
Ability to safely and efficiently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds and move items weighing up to 80 pounds.
Ability to stand or walk for up to 10–12 hours and frequently walk and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to work at heights up to 45 feet and in restrictive areas of 24 inches.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, gripping, and repetitive movement using both hands and feet.
Ability to comply with safety requirements and protocols, including lockout/tagout and fall protection.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, or equivalent experience or certification, in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-production checks on automated adapters to ensure equipment is ready to run.
Process and monitor automated storage and retrieval system flow through the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, and automatic outbound, to achieve throughput and cases-per-hour targets.
Prepare pallets for induction into the Symbotic storage and retrieval system.
Assess system stoppages and return equipment to service using HMI and manual intervention.
Immediately communicate and escalate issues affecting production to operational leadership.
Support system uptime through system preservation, robot recovery, suspect removal, and bot health actions.
Conduct periodic system inspections, including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checks, and component validation.
Report out-of-spec conditions, perform root-cause corrective actions, and maintain continuous operation of system components.
Use common radio etiquette and obtain instructions from leadership and operational leads.
Maintain rover bots, including replacing wheels and cleaning ESD brushes and sensors.
Recover automated robotic vehicles in the Symbotic Matrix select system, including in restrictive environments.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.