Automation Technician

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USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.

The Automation Technician II is an hourly position which supports the operation of an automated material handling system. This position focuses on ensuring that the ASRS and associated automated components are operating efficiently. It will diagnose and resolve errors, both physical and IT related. Various computer applications will be used to ensure that Warehouse Management System (WMS), Warehouse Control System (WCS), and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) communication and positioning of inventory is accurate in the system.

• Independently monitor Warehouse Control System (WCS) interface for potential faults created in automation and follow SOP’s to clear machine faults in a timely and efficient manner. May need to physically move product (up to 100#) to resolve machine faults.
• Commissioning and analyzing PLC to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Leading the team and providing direction on automation related responsibilities.
• Works with Assistant Chief Engineer on project and assigned tasks.
• Utilize the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Warehouse Control System (WCS) to troubleshoot errors related to the automated warehouse.
• Monitor Warehouse Control System (WCS) for inventory comingling and initiate routines to consolidate pallets as appropriate to achieve required levels of pallet storage.
• Monitor number of missions created by release of work to the system to ensure ability to complete required workload in automation and advise shift supervisor of potential conflicts.
• Escalates errors and system outages acting as key liaison between operations, automation provider, and USCS specialist to help resolve errors.
• Ensure data integrity on information utilized in Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Warehouse Control System (WCS) for operational execution.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) as assigned on automation equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams on warehouse automation.
• Follow Automated Processes to support successful execution of warehousing processes.
• Secondary job tasks include Maintenance Technician I and II tasks, as assigned.
• Including, but not limited to: required paperwork, battery maintenance, general housekeeping and maintenance, troubleshooting, electrical work, welding, equipment maintenance, and other preventative maintenance tasks.

• Location and Department:
  McDonough, GA, Engineering, Automation Maintenance
• Reports To:
  
  Automation Maintenance Supervisor, Assistant Chief Engineer, Chief Engineer
• Travel Amount: 0-10%
• Job Type, EEO, and Job Code:
  Full-Time, Non-Exempt

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Advanced industry specific training and/or certificate is highly preferred

• Excellent knowledge and working experience with computer systems (prefer WMS and WCS experience)
• Highly skilled with PLC
• Effectively commission and repair conveyer systems and ASRS Cranes
• Proficient in electrical systems
• Excellent technical understanding and experience with basic computer operation
• Flexibility to work all shifts including weekends
• Prefer understanding of Distribution Center processes
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Capable of scheduling one’s own tasks and handling all facets of assigned tasks independently and with minimal supervision
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent ability to learn new technologies

• Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.
• Work in a temperature range from +50°F to
  -30°F with moderate noise levels.
• Lift overhead when required.
• May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Use hands…