Automated Distribution Systems Operator

Automated Distribution Systems Operator

Job Code Draft

FLSA Status NEX

Reports To:

Franchise Warehouse Manager
- Distribution

Must be flexible

Up to 10%

Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 125 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands.

The Distribution System Operator is responsible for keeping a continuous flow of products through the RAPTOR system and being able to facilitate orders and complete replenishment tasks, verifying the correct product cases passing through the sequence checks and solving alarms or jams across the conveyors.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Understand the entire RAPTOR (Robotic Arm Picking-To-Order Release) System process and product flow to troubleshoot and solve issues in a timely manner.
• Oversee the RAPTOR system and be able facilitate orders and complete replenishment tasks.
• Operate the Forklift UI OPTO system to maintain the proper product flow.
• Continuously monitor the product flow using camera system and by walking through the conveyors lanes.
• Pay attention to detail and differentiate between packages.
• Must properly handle packaged products, preventing any damage to the product.
• Communicate with Shift Leads/Supervisor or warehouse picker operators via radio throughout shift.
• Move damaged products by hand out of conveyor areas to the collection areas.
• Recycle operations
  - Sort and dispose of damaged items in the respective recycle bins.
• Maintain cleanliness of Raptor, equipment and work area.
• Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injuries and follow the BRC safety practices.
• Must comply with all required Lockout/Tagout procedures when working around conveyors, and automated equipment to ensure BRC safety practices
• Make sound decisions and multitask simultaneously without constant supervision.
• Adhere to the established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Required to follow the Good Manufacturing Program GMPs.
• Comply with all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure the safe isolation of hazardous energy sources before performing maintenance, servicing, cleaning, or repair of equipment. Properly apply, remove, and verify lockout/tagout devices in accordance with policies, OSHA regulations, and established safety procedures.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

• Must exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance of any off-site function during work hours or after work hours while representing the Buffalo Rock Company.
• Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training, either web-based, in-house, or any other provided method. Must successfully complete assigned training curriculum, including but not limited to online and/or facilitated training.
• Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damage, theft, or other liabilities.
• Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of employee- partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.
• Honor and follow through on all business commitments.
• Embody Buffalo Rock's Purpose of "Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people."
• Live Buffalo Rock's Core Values:
  • Committed to serving our communities.
  • Customer success drives our success.
  • Integrity matters.
  • Obsessed with…