AGV Material Flow Tech

Stoughton Trailers, LLC; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton Trailers, LLC is seeking an AGV Operations & Inventory Support professional to monitor automated guided vehicles and ensure smooth material delivery for production lines. The role includes troubleshooting, coordinating with Engineering and IT, and driving material flow improvements.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems, inventory accuracy, and safety-focused practices within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control, warehousing, or manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and handheld scanners.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor AGV performance and ensure uninterrupted material delivery to production areas.
• Respond to AGV faults, alarms, and operational interruptions; perform first-level troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with Engineering, IT, Maintenance, and AGV vendors to resolve issues.
• Support material flow from buffers to lineside staging and ensure material availability.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with cycle counts and ERP transactions.
• Develop standard work instructions and train material handlers.
• Promote safety and ensure plant safety standards compliance.

Skills

Inventory control principles

Troubleshooting & problem-solving

Communication & organization

Independent work

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Handheld scanning devices

Job description

• Monitor daily AGV performance and ensure uninterrupted material delivery to production areas.
• Respond to AGV faults, alarms, and operational interruptions.
• Perform first-level troubleshooting and recovery of AGV systems.
• Execute AGV route validations, testing, and operational checks.
• Assist with AGV software updates, configuration changes, and deployment activities.
• Coordinate with Engineering, IT, Maintenance, and AGV vendors to resolve technical issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily AGV performance and ensure uninterrupted material delivery to production areas.
• Respond to AGV faults, alarms, and operational interruptions.
• Perform first-level troubleshooting and recovery of AGV systems.
• Execute AGV route validations, testing, and operational checks.
• Assist with AGV software updates, configuration changes, and deployment activities.
• Coordinate with Engineering, IT, Maintenance, and AGV vendors to resolve technical issues.

AGV Operations & Support

• Monitor daily AGV performance and ensure uninterrupted material delivery to production areas.
• Respond to AGV faults, alarms, and operational interruptions.
• Perform first-level troubleshooting and recovery of AGV systems.
• Execute AGV route validations, testing, and operational checks.
• Assist with AGV software updates, configuration changes, and deployment activities.
• Coordinate with Engineering, IT, Maintenance, and AGV vendors to resolve technical issues.

Material Flow Management

• Support efficient movement of raw materials from buffer locations to designated lineside staging areas.
• Validate material replenishment processes and ensure material availability at point of use.
• Monitor and optimize buffer inventory levels to support production requirements.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements to material flow processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation and inventory optimization.

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain inventory accuracy within AGV-serviced buffer and staging areas.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Support cycle count activities and inventory reconciliation efforts.
• Ensure transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner within the ERP/MRP system.
• Monitor compliance with material handling and inventory control procedures.

Training & Documentation

• Develop and maintain standard work instructions related to AGV operations.
• Train and support material handlers and inventory personnel on AGV interaction procedures.
• Document troubleshooting activities, recurring issues, and corrective actions.
• Assist in developing best practices for automated material delivery systems.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote safe interaction between employees and automated equipment.
• Ensure AGV operating areas remain compliant with plant safety standards.
• Participate in safety audits and corrective action activities.
• Adhere to all company policies, quality requirements, and operational procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Inventory Control, Materials Management, Warehousing, or Manufacturing Operations.
• Basic understanding of inventory transactions and material handling processes.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and handheld scanning devices.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control, production support, or material planning functions.
• Exposure to automation technologies, AGVs, AMRs, robotics, or industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of material flow concepts including supermarkets, buffers, staging areas, Kanban, and pull systems.
• Experience participating in Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Technical training, certifications, or coursework related to automation, robotics, or industrial technology.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of inventory control principles and material replenishment processes.
• Ability to learn AGV programming, configuration, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Mechanical and technical aptitude with automation equipment.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail with a focus on inventory accuracy and process discipline.
• Ability to analyze operational data and identify process improvement opportunities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent movement throughout manufacturing and warehouse environments.
• Ability to safely work around automated equipment and moving vehicles.
• Ability to use computers, tablets, scanners, and diagnostic devices.