Automation Specialist - AGV

NFI Industries; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI Industries in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Automation Specialist to maintain and troubleshoot AGV fleets and conveyors in a busy warehouse environment. You will respond to alarms, perform repairs, analyze performance, and work with Operations to minimize downtime.

The role requires a strong technical background, ability to work in a fast-paced setting, and forklift operation experience. This is a hands-on position with safety-focused duties and potential for automation optimization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience working within AGV systems, material handling equipment, or similar technologies.
• 3 years warehouse operations experience preferred.
• 3 years’ experience operating Powered Industrial Equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to AGV system alarms and errors, performing corrective maintenance and initial repairs as needed to minimize production impact.
• Analyze data and assess vehicle performance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with AGV navigation, control systems, and communication networks.
• Operate Sit Down and Reach forklifts safely while resolving inventory related problems.
• Collaborate with the Equipment Engineer to optimize AGV routes, improve efficiency, and reduce downtime.

Skills

AGV systems knowledge

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AGV software

Job description

Overview

The Automation Specialist is responsible for ensuring the operational availability and reliability of our Automated Guided Vehicles and Conveyor systems. As an Automation Specialist, you will play a critical role in operating and troubleshooting our AGV fleet and multiple conveyors, working closely with Operations Management to optimize AGV performance and minimize downtime. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role that requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to AGV system alarms and errors, performing corrective maintenance and initial repairs as needed to minimize production impact
• Manually override or complete the job the AGV unit failed to complete
• Analyze data and assess vehicle performance
• Monitor performance and change system parameters to meet operational needs
• Track issues/repairs and utilize escalation process
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with AGV navigation, control systems, and communication networks
• Conduct preventative maintenance (PM) activities, such as software updates, to ensure AGV reliability and performance
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies between AGV and WMS systems
• Identify and resolve physical inventory problems related to safety, storage and AGV systems requirements while adhering to safety procedures
• Operate Sit Down and Reach forklifts safely while resolving inventory related problems
• Work with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, and engineering, to resolve AGV-related issues and improve overall system performance
• Utilize advanced computer skills to access and analyze AGV system data, perform software updates, and configure system settings
• Collaborate with the Equipment Engineer to optimize AGV routes, improve efficiency, and reduce downtime
• May be required to perform other warehouse functions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year experience working within AGV systems, material handling equipment, or similar technologies
• 3 years warehouse operations experience preferred
• 3 years’ experience operating Powered Industrial Equipment preferred
• Ability to:
  
  • Read, do basic mathematics, understand and respond to written and verbal instructions in English for the purposes of safety, work instructions, policies, etc
  • Input data into computer system(s) in use
  • Work overtime as assigned
  • Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Ability to maintain Forklift Operator Certification
• Work independently and as member of a team
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• May be required to operate manual and/or automated other warehouse/manufacturing equipment (such as a packaging line) (intermediate level) preferred
• Strong technical background in electrical, mechanical, and software systems, with experience in troubleshooting and repairing complex systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues
• Must have Advanced computer skills or ability to learn and use AGV system software, programming languages, and data analysis tools
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs, including the ability to carry 20 lbs up and down stairs
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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