WUS - Pre Go- Equipment Operator

Founded in 1971, WITRON has become an international leader in automated storage logistics with more than 7,000 colleagues worldwide, tending to the planning, realization, and maintenance of our highly automated systems. Our teams – far more than just mechanics, electrical technicians, or mechatronic engineers – act as professionals who are perfectly equipped with full power for finding the best solution to the specific needs of each of our customers.

Our growing division now has close to 1000 employees. Our corporate culture, which is characterized by passion, cooperation, and the drive to move things forward, has allowed us to offer close to 350 internal promotions to our employees in recent years.

APPLY and JOIN our dynamic team in a fascinating high‑tech environment facing new and exciting challenges daily.

• (3) Bonus opportunities
• Health insurance, AD&D
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Full vision insurance coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Leave of absence support program
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Legal insurance
• Discounted gym memberships
• Discounts on services/products
• Blue
  365 health & wellness discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

As an Equipment Operator – Start‑Up Projects at WITRON, you will play a critical role in commissioning and optimizing automated systems during project ramp‑up phases. You will leverage your technical expertise and hands‑on experience to ensure smooth equipment operation, troubleshoot issues, and coach client employees on best practices. Acting as a role model for WITRON’s values, you will promote safety, performance, and collaboration while maintaining system reliability and operational efficiency.

This position requires adaptability, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality results in dynamic environments.

You have at least one year of experience as a WITRON Equipment Operator and a solid understanding of automated systems. You are mechanically inclined, quick to learn, and skilled  adapt to changing conditions, can work at heights and in varying temperatures, and are willing to travel for projects. You take a safety‑first approach, coach client employees effectively, and model WITRON’s values.

Your technical expertise and adaptability make you a key contributor to successful start‑up projects.

• Minimum of one year experience as a WITRON Equipment Operator
• Minimum High School Diploma
• Formal technical education or entry‑level electromechanics training is considered an asset

• Must be able to perform all Equipment Operator tasks
• Technically and mechanically inclined, with strong analytical skills and technological proficiency
• Demonstrates a practical approach with the ability to quickly learn new tasks, concepts, and procedures
• Proficient in PC operations within a Windows environment
• Ability to climb vertical ladders and work at heights up to 100 feet (30 meters) with training and PPE, such as fall protection harness
• Ability to work in temperature conditions ranging from 55°F to
  -15°F (13°C to
  -26°C), (PPE provided)
• Must be able to work, day, evenings, nights, and weekends

• Provide hands‑on training to new operators on troubleshooting and resolving machine faults
• Model and promote WITRON values, including performance, safety, communication, attendance, and respect, through exemplary behavior
• Identify and report product and equipment issues within assigned areas
• Clear machine faults promptly and efficiently to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with client employees to ensure timely resolution of equipment issues
• Complete documentation for damaged cases and other order‑picking machine concerns
• Learn and utilize Operations Feedback report for accurate reporting
• Return products and cases outside automation to designated areas
• Maintain cleanliness by sweeping floors and removing dust from equipment and panels
• Monitor system performance and operational status, escalating recurring faults as needed
• Operate and manipulate system equipment according to system order messages
• Provide feedback and updates on system performance to supervisors
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and actively participate in health and safety programs to maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Availability to travel 100% as required for training, or projects
• Perform other related duties as assigned