Automation Operator

HellermannTyton; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

HellermannTyton in Milwaukee is seeking an Automation Operator to maintain and monitor automated systems and packaging cells, respond to alarms, and ensure smooth, efficient production operations.

Under the direction of the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor, you will perform basic troubleshooting, manage packaging supplies, verify labels and date codes during changeovers, and document quality and process issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 1+ years of machine operation or manufacturing experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools.
• Familiarity with computers and ability to perform basic data entry.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work overtime on a daily and/or rotating weekend basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs daily.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours or more daily.

Responsibilities

• Respond to automated system alarms to correct material flow issues and clear jams.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of automated packaging cells and escalate as needed.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of packaging supplies and coordinate with Shipping and Receiving.
• Monitor and replace seal elements and maintain label printers as needed.
• Change and verify labels and date codes during production changeovers.
• Communicate quality and process issues to relevant parties.
• Maintain clean and organized automation areas daily.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist with Packaging Operator duties as needed.
• Enter downtime and scrap codes into the Process Monitoring System.

Skills

Machine operation

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Data entry

Basic math

Read/write instructions

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Overtime availability

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stand/walk 8 hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor, the Automation Operator is responsible for maintaining and monitoring automated systems and processes to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The Automation Operator will respond to automated system alarms, monitor automated packaging cells, maintain packaging supplies in assigned work areas, and perform basic troubleshooting. This will be achieved by maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.

Essential Functions

• Respond to automated system alarms to correct material flow issues, clear jams, or other adjustments to ensure efficient operation.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of the automated packaging cells to include mechanical and computer system issues, and escalating to the Automation department as appropriate.
• Monitor and maintain the proper inventory levels of packaging supplies, such as bags and printer ribbons, and partner with Shipping and Receiving for material needs.
• Monitor and replace seal element and seal tape as well as maintain label printers to ensure efficient operation as needed.
• Change and verify labels and date codes when there is a production changeover as needed.
• Respond to inquiries and communicate with other company personnel using the company provided radio as well as follow radio etiquette and policy on a daily basis.
• Understand and follow the company's container collection procedure.
• Communicate all quality and/or process issues to all relevant parties.
• Complete routine housekeeping to ensure that the automation areas are clean and organized on a daily basis.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, such as PPE, as well as all company policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's certifications by supporting corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Other Functions

• Assist with Packaging Operator duties as needed.
• Enter all downtime and scrap codes accurately for future analysis using the Process Monitoring System (Mattec) as needed.

Success in this role will require

• Knowledge of the operation of all automated packaging cells.
• Knowledge of production procedures and work instructions.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of quality system and procedures.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 1+ years of machine operation or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools preferred.
• Familiarity with computers and ability to perform basic data entry.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work overtime on a daily and/or rotating weekend basis to meet the needs of our customers.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs daily.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours or more daily.