Fault Chaser

Newell Brands•Winchester, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Work as part of a team having responsibility for maintaining maximum throughput and up time for Distribution Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS). This position is expected to work in 12-hour shifts. This position requires a general understanding of warehouse management systems. Also, required is a general understanding of all distribution processes as related to Inbound, Outbound and Inventory Management requirements. This person must be capable of communicating with all levels of Manufacturing, Receiving, and Shipping Distribution, support at various levels of authority within the organization. The person should be able to operate under minimal supervision as well as be assertive, self-motivated and confident. The duties as assigned will prove to be detail oriented and involve in-depth investigative analytical skills requiring concise verbal and written communication proficiency. The person must be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities and assignments even though given short notice.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED preferred, experience will be considered in lieu of education
Must be a team player and able to communicate effectively with co-workers and leadership
Must have prior manufacturing experience
Excellent People Skills
Self-Motivator
Handle stressful situations
Read/Write in English
Accuracy and attention to detail
Follow all safety procedures (including wearing all PPE required)
Fast-paced environment
Ability to multitask
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Flexible in priorities and ever-changing environments
Good problem-solving skills
Basic math knowledge
Good computer skills. Ability to learn and work with PKMS/SAP. Also includes Microsoft: Excel, Word, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Position will report to Distribution leadership
When not performing “tech” functions, the employee would fill in as shipping associate where needed.
Monitor the ASRS cranes, analyze and resolve ASRS errors quickly, provide feedback to Operations Leads and Management on corrective actions that are necessary
Investigate and resolve issues in pick-up and delivery stations to avoid pallet backlog
Provide instruction and feedback to Distribution Operators pertaining to proper pallet induction (i.e., shrink wrap hanging, broken pallet boards, oversize, etc.)
Trigger replenishments (re-prioritize) via PkMS to decrease product shortage for manufacturing and shipping
Responsible for working within Safety Guidelines and policies to maintain a safe work environment
Elevate all issues pertaining to crane performance to On-Site Maintenance Manager, D&T Manager and Supervisor
Interact and instruct hourly distribution workforce as needed
Work with PkMS SuperUsers to solve problems and troubleshoot issues with PkMS tasks
The operator would split duties between being a Winchester DC Associate and Fault Chaser
Help perform PM/housekeeping work within the LOTO area of the Highbay
This position will provide coverage for the off-shift crane tech when they are on vacation and/or have any other scheduled or unscheduled absence
Position will require the ability to work at heights and in a Lock Out Tag Out environment
Candidate will need to be able to be LOTO and Fall Protection certified
Assist ASRS Techs with repairs as needed