Warehouse Automation Leader

First Quality•Macon, GA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions. Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®. We are seeking a Warehouse Automation Leader for our First Quality Baby Products site located in Macon, GA . This position will be responsible for overseeing the warehouse automation systems, including Self-Guided vehicles (SGVs) and Automated Storage & Retrieval System (ASRS) to ensure safe and efficient operation .

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a management field or equivalent years of experience.
Excellent mechanical aptitude
Server knowledge and understanding in order to troubleshoot issues.
Thorough understanding of system and system logic
Advanced knowledge of Warehouse operations
Ability to direct and lead personnel
Understanding of SAP/MES/EMS/SGV interfaces
Basic understanding of electronics including PLCs
Advanced computer skills (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
24/7 remote support of the automation operations
Ability to read and understand wiring schematics
Work with SQL on numerous Database tables

Responsibilities

Performs basic maintenance on all warehouse automation equipment including but not limited to: SGVs and conveyors
Identifies spare parts inventory needed.
Assists Engineers to develop automation function and design specifications.
Assists in developing preventative maintenance schedules for all warehouse automation equipment
Troubleshoots system issues
Reviews performance reports to determine nature and scope of problem
Maintains SGV master data for EWM
Develops KPIs for system and operator uptime
Communicates with and develops automation vendor relations
Obtains quotes for repairs and upgrades to equipment
Manages day to day operational parameters of systems
Writes training materials and SOPs
Interviews and trains potential automation personnel
Supervises and leads automation personnel
Consults on new automation projects for both on-site and for sister companies
Represents the Warehouse during new hire orientations
Performs survey of the SGV target system
SGV Road system layout design and adjustment
Responsible for non-exempt performance appraisals
Assists with time and attendance record keeping
Approves non-exempt vacation and plans for coverage as needed
Oversees the SGV work order permit process

Benefits

Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
Paid time off (three-week minimum)
Medical, dental and vision starting day one
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
Tuition assistance
Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
...and more!