Automation Process Controller

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Rochelle, IL, USA
In-Office
Junior
Logistics
The Role
Support and oversee automated warehouse production operations by monitoring process accuracy, efficiency, throughput, and product flow. Troubleshoot control-system issues, analyze root causes, reduce downtime, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvement plans. The role requires WMS, Excel, PLC programming, and conveyor-control experience, with collaboration on best practices and occasional travel to warehouse facilities.
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What You'll Do

You will support and oversee production operations within an automated warehouse by monitoring warehouse processes for accuracy and efficiency and ensuring optimal product flow to meet operational throughput. You will address system downtime by implementing improvement plans and participate in troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex control system issues. Occasional travel may be required.

Essential Functions

  • Provide general production support for automated warehouse operations.
  • Virtually monitor warehouse processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and on-time completion.
  • Ensure optimal product flow to meet operational throughput requirements.
  • Monitor system downtime and implement improvement plans to reduce downtime.
  • Maximize use of system capacity by identifying and mitigating systematic bottlenecks.
  • Participate in troubleshooting events and conduct root cause analysis for control system-related issues.
  • Collaborate with the control team to develop best practices for increased productivity in automated warehouse operations.
  • Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

What Experience and Education You Need

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an automated warehouse facility required.
  • Experience with Warehouse Management System (WMS) required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and experience with WMS software features required.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment and process issues.
  • Experience with PLC programming and conveyor control systems required.

What Could Set You Apart

  • Experience with warehouse operations, including inventory management.
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP networking and Windows Server administration.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Effective verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Ability to adapt to ambiguity and changing priorities.
  • Experience developing best practices for productivity in automated warehouse operations.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.

Physical Requirements

  • Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, reaching, and/or bending.
  • Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work, including the operation of computers, telephones, and similar equipment.
  • Requires ability to comprehend and communicate with others, verbally and/or in writing.
  • May require travel by automobile and airplane for business.
  • May require visits to warehouse operations in temperatures at or below freezing.
  • May require the occasional lifting, carrying, positioning, and/or moving of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V.

About UsJoin the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.
For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an automated warehouse facility
  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis
  • Experience with WMS software features
  • Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment and process issues using technical knowledge
  • Experience with PLC programming
  • Experience with conveyor control systems
  • Warehouse operations experience, including inventory management
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP networking
  • Familiarity with Windows Server administration
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to adapt to ambiguity and changing priorities
  • Experience developing productivity best practices for automated warehouse operations
  • Bachelor's degree
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The Company
HQ: Atlanta, GA
4,252 Employees
Year Founded: 1903

What We Do

We Connect Producers and Retailers To Customers and Consumers, through our unmatched services of Temperature Controlled Warehouse, Supply Chain Solution, & Transportation

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