Automation Operator - CoPack

Idlogistics; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Idlogistics is looking for an Automation Operator in Lithia Springs, GA to monitor equipment on the VP line and assist with keeping machines running. The role involves responding to alarms, performing basic maintenance, and maintaining logs.

Training on all line equipment will be provided; the operator will be stationed at various locations on the line as needed. Core duties include using HMI for performance monitoring, communicating with team leaders and automation staff, and ensuring quality

Qualifications

• Requires basic mechanical abilities and understanding of machine functionality.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document performance.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with team and supervisors.
• Ability to track downtime and assist in reducing line stoppages.

Responsibilities

• Monitor automated packaging line equipment and respond quickly to alarms and faults.
• Communicate with appropriate personnel when issues arise to prevent system stoppages.
• Use HMI to monitor system performance and identify jams or faults.
• Replenish raw materials on equipment as needed.
• Maintain and update productivity and downtime logs.
• Collaborate with Team Leader, Supervisors, and Mechanics to solve problems.
• Perform periodic quality checks for correct case code, pallet label quality, and package integrity.
• Keep packaging line area clean and free of debris.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks during downtime.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Downtime tracking

Job description

The Automation Operator will be responsible for monitoring multiple pieces of equipment on the new VP line. This person(s) will receive training on all equipment on the line, and on any given day, will be stationed at various locations on the line, monitoring machine performance and responsible for keeping the equipment running. The operator must be capable of knowing all machine functions, recognizing machine faults, rectifying root cause of failure, and get machines back in operation quickly. The operator must also possess basic mechanical abilities so that they can understand machine functionality, as well as making minor machine adjustments when necessary. Operators must also have attention to detail, good communication skills, and have the ability to track downtime on the line.

Pay rate $19.50

Schedule: Monday - Friday

• Monitor the automated pack equipment and react quickly to alarms and faults on the line.
• Communicate directly with appropriate personnel when alarms or other situations requiring attention become apparent. This activity is a critical preventive method of addressing issues before they cause a system stoppage.
• Utilize HMI (human/machine interface) to monitor system performance and ensure any system jams, faults or other system performance drains are identified and resolved prior to generating system downtime
• Replenish raw materials on the various pieces of equipment as necessary
• Maintain and update productivity and downtime logs
• Communicate with Team Leader or Supervisor, Automation Mechanics, and other Automation Operators to solve problems as a team in an expeditious manner
• Perform routine quality checks on a specified time frame to ensure proper case code, proper pallet label quality, and overall package integrity
• Keep entire packaging line area clean and free of debris.
• Perform periodic preventive maintenance functions on various pieces of equipment during designated downtime. These P.M.'s are tasks that are geared specifically for operators