OPERATIONS AUTOMATION LEAD

Who We Are: 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 Job Details:

·         Serve as a visible leader within the Cold Crew, fostering strong relationships with staff and promoting our company culture.

·         Act as a key liaison between automation staff and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

·         Enhance operational efficiency by leading, training, mentoring associates, and driving performance improvements.

·         Support assigned associates in meeting productivity goals while addressing any violations of safety or company policies.

·         Understand and troubleshoot Electromechanical Controls.

·         Maintain an understanding of WMS, WCS and IT integration as a means to achieve effective and efficient operations.

·         Optimize existing automated material handling equipment.

·         Optimize/troubleshoot and understand Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs.

·         Work closely with vendors to investigate/integrate solutions.

·         Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

·         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. 

·         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, the automation provider, and USCS specialist to help resolve the 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.

·         Seek out areas of automated process Improvements and implement corrective actions.

·         Maintains a high focus on providing excellent customer service to our internal and external customers.

The Job Specifics:

·         Location and Department: Automation

·         Reports To: Operations Automation Supervisor

·         Travel Amount: Limited

·         Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, non-Exempt JOB CODE

What We Are Looking For:

The Ideal candidate will have or be able to complete the below qualifications.

·         Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

·         Experience: Some technical training preferred.

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The requirements described below are representative of those required to perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.

·         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 standing, walking, using stairs, and lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.

·         Stand and walk for extended periods.

·         Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.

·         Attention to detail.

·         Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.

·         Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.

·        Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.

·         Operate a registered motor vehicle if apart of daily tasks.

·         Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.

·         Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.

·         Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.

·         Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.

·         Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.

The Standard Details:

·         Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications at all times.

·         Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.

·         Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems.

·         Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.

·         Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.

·         Ensure solutions are effectively implemented.

·         Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.

·         Participate in safety and educational training programs.

What’s In It For You:

We are a great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered:

·         401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.

·         Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.

·         Company Life Insurance.

·         A variety of additional benefits and perks.

Additional Information:

·         This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role.

·         Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. This description outlines the most common tasks required for the job.

·         Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.