Platform Engineer I (Weekend Shift)

Milwaukee Tool•Olive Branch, MT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Platform Engineer I to join their IT Team. This role supports the automation systems that drive product movement through their distribution center, focusing on maintaining equipment reliability and operational performance for various systems including conveyors, messaging, conveyor controls, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, ASRS, and material handling robots. The position involves working closely with senior analysts and DC leadership to support daily operations and ongoing projects. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Experience with WCS systems, Warehouse Management System integration, and material handling/conveyor and sortation technologies.
Strong team player, able to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals across departments.
Solid problem identification and troubleshooting skills, with a willingness to escalate and learn from more experienced team members.
Good documentation habits for support tickets, tasks, and project activity.
Ability to learn new business processes quickly and understand how technology supports day-to-day DC operations.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
Working knowledge of material handling and electronic systems to support system utilization.
Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Warehouse Management System platforms such as Fortna, Dematic, Körber, or HighJump is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support DC production from a technology perspective.
Help maintain equipment reliability and operational performance for systems such as conveyors, messaging, conveyor controls, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, ASRS, and material handling robots.
Work closely with senior analysts and DC leadership to support day-to-day operations and ongoing projects.
Support failure analysis and incident review processes by gathering data, documenting findings, and helping identify root causes.
Use diagnostic software to monitor system performance; help collect and organize data to identify trends.
Maintain and track issues list, reporting to Supervisor / Manager as required.
Assist with PLC code reviews under guidance of senior staff.
Support in-house testing and emulation activities.
Provide site/field reports daily, including progress, issues, and next steps, as requested.