Automation Merge​/Palletizer Process Controller

Automation Merge/Palletizer Process Controller

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The Warehouse Automation Merge/Palletizer Process Controller is responsible for the safe and effective operation of warehouse automation machinery. This role monitors and maintains conveyor operations, ensures product sequencing accuracy, and oversees machinery performance to deliver stable, accurate pallets for shipment. Process Controllers act as key system support, addressing stoppages, troubleshooting issues, and keeping production running smoothly.

• Safely operate and monitor warehouse automation machine center(s), including any GUIs, to ensure efficiency.
• Keep machines loaded with materials, troubleshoot and address equipment stop conditions when needed, expediting repairs by working closely with maintenance.
• Adjust equipment settings as required to optimize efficiency and maximize case output.
• Respond quickly to stoppages, jams, or equipment issues to keep production on track.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks throughout equipment and warehouse areas.
• Ensure pallets are built accurately and securely according to requirements.
• Perform necessary sanitation, quality assurance checks, and keep equipment and tanks clean and free of debris and foreign objects.
• Maintain a clean work area through good housekeeping practices and adhere to all safety standards.
• Perform an initial inspection of equipment at the start of each shift.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and autonomous maintenance on equipment as required.
• Complete all centerlines (CL) and clean, inspect, and lubrication (CIL) points for all equipment each shift.
• Maintain records/logs and complete all paperwork/documentation associated with startup, operation (including downtime), and shutdown activities.
• Communicate with team members and supervisors to resolve issues or coordinate product flow.

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $38,700 - $61,850.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, Pepsi Co offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

• 18 years or older.
• High school degree or GED.
• At least 2 years of previous production line or automation experience in a manufacturing or warehousing industry (preferably bottling or food) are preferred.
• Position may be required to work weekends and/or holidays.
• Must be able to sufficiently read, write and speak English due to the safety sensitivity of this role.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure product accuracy and quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.
• Must be analytical, technologically competent, and mechanically inclined.
• Possess good oral and written communication, analytical, and mechanical skills.
• Preferred:
  Experience with high‑speed machinery and equipment (e.g., high output, fast‑paced production environment, warehouse automation environment).
• Preferred:
  Experience operating a palletizer (e.g., building pallets, managing pallet changeovers).
• Preferred:
  Experience reading blueprints and operating procedures.
• Preferred:
  Experience with computers in a manufacturing setting (e.g., electronic settings, machine speed, gauge pressures, basic troubleshooting, solving faults/alarms, and resetting equipment).
• Preferred:
  Experience with sanitization (food safety practices, identifying risks).
• Preferred:
  Experience with minor mechanical repairs (e.g., jams, making basic adjustments to equipment).
• Preferred:
  Experience with preventative maintenance (inspecting and maintaining equipment, detecting and correcting issues…