Distribution Systems Operator

Schwan's Company•Salina, KS

35d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement! Who we are! Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizza; Mrs. Smith's and Edwards desserts; and Pagoda Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit www.schwanscompany.com. What we want to do for you: We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health and well-being. Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans Two weeks paid vacation + holidays for new hires 401k with Company Match Summary: This position, under limited supervision is responsible for managing warehouse automation, outbound and inbound flow of product, and managing levels of warehouse consumables. This position will also regularly communicate with upstream production personnel and downstream schedulers.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma/GED
Years of Related Experience: 3+ years or relevant experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Strong ability to multitask and problem solve. Knowledge of AGV routing and system management. Detailed understanding of WMS (SAP), WCS (Savanna.net) and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of TMS & YMS systems, clamp and fork truck forklifts is preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to comply with all general safety policies and procedures in accordance with Company, Local, State, and Federal Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
Ability to obtain a valid forklift license. Ability to work in cold/freezing temperatures of 30 degrees. Must be able to lift forty (40) lbs.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of TMS & YMS systems, clamp and fork truck forklifts is preferred.

Responsibilities

Shipping management for inbound and outbound
Interface directly with plant production to determine schedule and impact to automation
Monitor Warehouse Control System (WCS) for inventory comingling and initiate routines to achieve required levels of pallet storage
Monitor number of missions created by release of work to the system to ensure ability to complete required workload in automation and advise shift supervisor of potential conflicts
Prepare and distribute reports on hourly and daily performance goals with respect to automation
Operate system of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and transfer stations, becoming a Subject Matter Expert on AGV system operation, including sequencing, level loading, and optimization.
Manage warehouse consumables (example: iGPS, CHEP, stretch wrap, etc)
Ability to operate Clamp and Fork truck forklifts
Participation in continuous improvement teams
Understanding of WMS, WCS, and IT integration and its impact to the operation of automated systems
Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, central IT / AOT teams and vendors to ensure issues are properly understood and accurately assigned
General communication and professional interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of co-workers, management, and executive staff workers The employing subsidiaries of Preferred