Automation System Operator at Symbotic

Tolleson, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Warehouse Automation, Robotics, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years in a computer or automation environment desired
  • Ability to direct and guide employees daily standard work
  • Effective detail-oriented communicator
  • A desire to learn new equipment and assist team members as needed
  • Takes critical feedback and recognition positively
  • Ability to multi-task and perform multiple job functions at once
  • A high sense of urgency
  • Must be literate, written and verbal, in English Language
  • Ability to climb steep stairs into the structure
  • Comfortable working near high railings
  • Capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit
  • Able to wear proper PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection) if site is in construction
  • Frequent ability to safely and efficiently lift items weighing up to 50lbs and move items weighing up to 80lbs
  • Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours and frequently walk and reach with hands and arms
  • Able to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches
  • Capable of standing, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
  • Capable of occasional and/or continuous feeling, seeing, hearing, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, balancing, gripping, climbing, crawling, sitting, handling objects, and repetitive movement using both hands and feet

Responsibilities

  • Ensure that the safety commitments in compliance with OSHA, Symbotic, and customers’ processes and procedures are met daily
  • Monitor system performance and availability of both personnel and automated robotic vehicles
  • Work with customer to schedule and produce orders and receive inventory
  • Troubleshoot system stoppages and determine best course of action to maintain system up-time
  • Effectively communicate and troubleshoot software issues with off-site Symbotic software engineers and on-site management team
  • Operate system via custom GUI. Ensure safe and proper operation of system
  • Plan daily activities and coordinate system maintenance with maintenance personnel and Automation Manager based upon daily needs of warehouse operations
  • Maintain accurate logs of major events. Become the on-site software expert with an excellent understanding of system interrelations and consequences
  • Assess cause of automated robotic vehicle failure, examine log files and take detailed notes and alert service personnel
  • Assist and train other automation team operators in troubleshooting and repairs of any equipment as required, consistent with level of experience and training
  • Communicate with tier support to drive system production
  • Other duties as assigned by leadership

Skills

Automated Material Handling
Troubleshooting
GUI Operation
System Monitoring
OSHA Compliance
Robotic Systems
Inventory Management
Log Maintenance
Software Communication
Warehouse Operations

Symbotic

Develops robotics and software for supply chains

About Symbotic

Symbotic develops robotics and software aimed at improving supply chain operations. Their products include both hardware and software that work together to automate various processes within warehouses and distribution centers. This automation helps manufacturers, distributors, and retailers streamline their operations, making them faster and more efficient. Unlike many competitors, Symbotic focuses on creating a comprehensive solution that integrates seamlessly into existing supply chains, providing not just the technology but also ongoing support and maintenance. The goal of Symbotic is to enhance the profitability of their clients by optimizing supply chain performance through advanced automation.

Wilmington, DelawareHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$607.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Financial restatement and class action lawsuit may harm investor confidence and stability.
Integration challenges from OhmniLabs acquisition could divert focus from core operations.
Expansion in Georgia may face delays or cost overruns, impacting profitability.

Differentiation

Symbotic integrates proprietary robotics and software for advanced supply chain automation.
The company focuses on making supply chains faster, more efficient, and profitable.
Symbotic's acquisition of OhmniLabs expands its capabilities beyond traditional warehouse settings.

Upsides

Increased demand for warehouse automation due to e-commerce growth boosts Symbotic's market potential.
AI-driven robotics interest from major companies like Amazon enhances Symbotic's industry relevance.
Symbotic's expansion in Georgia creates 300 jobs, strengthening its operational capacity.

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