Lead Cell Operator

Symbotic • Full-time • Cicero, IL, United States, IL, United States • 1d ago

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

As a Lead Cell Operator, you willbe responsible forsystem upkeep and operations of automated adapters used tointerfacewith theSymboticstructure. You willbe responsible forassistingwith system readiness to achieve performance targets as defined by leadership. You will alsobe responsible forutilizingHuman/Machine Interface terminals to effectivelyoperateequipment.

What we do

The LeadCell Operatoris part of the Customer Operations organization whichis responsible forleading the day-to-day operations ofSymbotic’srobotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best-in-class quality,safetyand system performance.

Whatyou’lldo

Ensure that the safety commitments in compliance with OSHA,Symbotic, and our customers’ processes and procedures are met daily.

Perform pre-production checks on automated adapters ensuring equipment is in ‘ready to run’ state.

Process andmonitorthe flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achievemaximumthroughput and cases per hour.

Prepare pallets for induction into theSymboticstorage and retrieval system.

Assesscauseof system stoppage and return to service using Human/Machine Interface (HMI) and manual intervention.

Assistother team members in the operation of systems troubleshooting.

Analyze recurring faults anddeterminebestcorrective action.

Communicate and escalate all issuesimpactingproductionimmediatelyto operational leadership.

Contribute tooverall system uptime through system preservation, robot recovery, suspect removal, and bot health actions.

Make recommendations for process/continuous improvement.

Perform periodic system inspectionsincluding:cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking,componentvalidation.

Report all out of spec conditions and perform root cause corrective action.

Maintain continuous operation of system components.

Monitor andutilizecommon radio etiquette while obtaining instructions from leadership and operational leads.

Perform rover bot upkeep to include, but not limited to, replacing wheels, cleaning, ESD brushes, sensors, etc.

Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in theSymboticMatrix select system to include working in restrictive environments.

Assist Automation technicians with breakdown calls and continuous system availability.

Perform basic duties of the Automation Technicians as needed.

Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Whatyou’llneed

Proficient in performing all System Inspection functionsincluding:cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, current measurements, and checking electrical systems.

Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely.

Shows reliability andmaintainssatisfactory attendance.

Produce quality work.

Ability tomaintainrequired productivity/work expectations.

Ability to prioritize work to gainmaximumuptime and throughput from an automated cell.

Ability to analyze stoppages and resolve/escalate accordingly.

Ability to work with limited supervision following system procedures and manuals.

Ability toMulti-taskand perform multiple job functions at once.

A high sense of urgency.

Takescritical feedback and recognition positively.

Must be literate, written and verbal, in English Language.

OurEnvironment

There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure.

You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.

Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.

If the site location isinconstruction, you willbe requiredto wear proper PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness).

Frequent ability tosafely and efficiently lift items weighingup to 50lbs and move items weighing up to 80lbs.

Stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours and isfrequentlyrequiredto walk and reach with hands and arms.

The employeeis routinely required towork at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Must be 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. Mustcomply withall safety requirements and protocols, including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols.

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $25.00 - $26.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.