Warehouse Technician Robot Operator - 1st Shift

Sherwin-Williams•Buford, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves monitoring and operating advanced robotic systems, including order-picking gantry robotic systems and KUKA palletizing/depalletizing cells. The technician will be responsible for responding to system alarms, faults, and operational interruptions, performing fault recovery procedures, and monitoring equipment performance through HMI interfaces and system dashboards. Key duties also include verifying order accuracy, product flow, and pallet quality, assisting with system startups and shutdowns, and operating powered industrial equipment like reach trucks to manage inventory. The position requires completing inventory transactions using RF scanners and an Automated Warehouse Control System (AWCS), supporting inventory movements and cycle counts, and assisting Maintenance Technicians with preventive maintenance and repairs by placing robotic systems into designated operating modes. The technician will identify and communicate equipment faults, support equipment testing, document downtime events, and escalate concerns to the Robotics Systems Analyst. Responsibilities extend to responding to product jams, mispicks, conveyor obstructions, and various containment events such as paint leaks or damaged products. The role also includes performing spill containment and cleanup, maintaining housekeeping standards, adhering to all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and specific protocols like Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and robotic cell safety. Following Alternative Control Procedures (ACP) when working inside robotic cells, verifying equipment modes, and maintaining clear communication with team members are crucial. The technician must report safety concerns immediately and conduct pre-trip inspections. Additionally, there is an expectation to train and develop other site resources as backup.

Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
Must have at least one (1) year of experience working in a manufacturing or distribution facility

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in engineering, computer information systems, industrial maintenance, or a related field focused on automation.
At least three (3) year of experience working in a manufacturing or distribution facility
At least one (1) year of work experience using material handling equipment (for example: forklifts (stand and sit), pallet jacks, hand trucks, order pickers, vacuum-hoists, drum dollys, conveyor belts, etc.)
Experience working with robotic or automated material handling systems
Experience with KUKA robotics, gantry systems, ASRS, or automated picking technologies
Familiarity with conveyors, sensors, and PLC-controlled equipment
Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and RF technology
Technical training or certification in Robotics, Automation, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology
Basic electrical troubleshooting skills related to photo eyes, light curtains and proximity switches
Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills related to conveyors, gantries, belt drives and servo motors

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate order-picking gantry robotic systems and KUKA palletizing/depalletizing cells
Respond to system alarms, faults, jams, and operational interruptions
Perform approved fault recovery procedures to restore production safely and efficiently
Monitor equipment performance through HMI interfaces and system dashboards
Verify order accuracy, product flow, and pallet quality standards
Assist with system startups, shutdowns, and recovery activities
Operate reach trucks and other powered industrial equipment to replenish inventory feeding robotic systems
Monitor inventory levels and proactively replenish product to prevent disruptions
Complete inventory transactions using RF scanners and Automated warehouse control system (AWCS)
Support inventory movements, and cycle counts activities as needed
Assist Maintenance Technicians during preventive maintenance and repair activities, by placing robotic systems into designated operating modes to support inspections and maintenance tasks
Identify and communicate equipment faults, alarm conditions, and recurring issues
Support equipment testing and startup verification following maintenance activities
Document downtime events, recurring faults, and operational observations to assist root cause analysis
Escalate equipment concerns and performance trends to the Robotics Systems Analyst
Respond to product jams, mispicks, and conveyor obstructions
Remove damaged products from robotic cells and conveyor systems
Respond to paint leaks, damaged cartons, damaged pails, and containment events
Perform spill containment and cleanup in accordance with company safety and environmental procedures
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the facility
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and training requirements
Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and robotic cell safety protocols
Follow approved Alternative Control Procedures (ACP) when performing authorized tasks inside robotic work cells or safeguarded areas
Verify equipment is in the appropriate operating mode before entering restricted or controlled access areas
Maintain clear communication with team members while working around automated and energized equipment
Report safety concerns, near misses, equipment damage, and hazardous conditions immediately
Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure robotic systems and work areas remain safe and compliant
Train and develop tother site resources as backup