Cell Operator

Symbotic LLC; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Symbotic LLC is hiring in Woodland, California, for roles focusing on maintaining automated systems. Responsibilities include pre-production checks and periodic inspections to ensure optimal performance.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree in a relevant field, at least one year of experience with mechanical systems, and a strong commitment to safety. Compensation is competitive at $23.00 per hour, with a full range of benefits.

Qualifications

• More than 1 year of experience with mechanical automation systems.
• Proficient in performing inspections including cleaning, lubrication, and current measurements.
• Ability to comply with safety requirements and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑production checks on automated adapters.
• Assess the cause of system stoppage and restore service.
• Contribute to overall system uptime through preservation and recovery.
• Perform periodic system inspections.

Skills

System inspection

Mechanical automation systems

Electronic systems

Prioritization

Safety commitment

Ability to work independently

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate degree or equivalent certification in electronics, automotive, automation, or manufacturing

Job description

What you’ll do

• Perform pre‑production checks on automated adapters ensuring equipment is in ‘ready to run’ state.
• Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, and automatic outbound, to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour.
• Prepare pallets for induction into the Symbotic storage and retrieval system.
• Assess the cause of system stoppage and restore service using Human/Machine Interface (HMI) and manual intervention.
• Communicate and immediately Escalate all issues impacting production to operational leadership.
• Contribute to overall system uptime through system preservation, robot recovery, suspect removal, and bot health actions.
• Perform periodic system inspections including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, component validation, and report all out‑of‑spec conditions.
• Perform root‑cause corrective action and maintain continuous operation of system components.
• Monitor and utilize common radio etiquette while obtaining instructions from leadership and operational leads.
• Perform rover bot upkeep, including but not limited to replacing wheels, cleaning ESD brushes, sensors, etc.
• Recover automated robotic vehicles in the Symbotic Matrix Select system, working in restrictive environments.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

What you’ll need

• Associate degree or equivalent experience or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing or an equivalent field preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience with mechanical automation systems, educational or training equivalent.
• Proficient in performing all system inspection functions including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, current measurements, and checking electrical systems.
• Ability to prioritize work to gain maximum uptime and throughput from an automated cell.
• Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely.
• Ability to work independently of a supervisor following procedures and manuals.
• Ability to multi‑task and perform multiple job functions at once.

Our Environment

• Steep stairs to climb into the structure.
• Regular proximity to railings that are high off the ground.
• Exposure to environmental conditions with temperatures ranging from 32° to 105°F.
• Required to wear PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection) if the site location is in construction.
• Frequent ability to safely and efficiently lift items weighing up to 50lb and move items up to 80lb.
• Stand/walk for up to 10‑12 hours, frequently walking and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work at heights of up to 45ft and within restrictive areas of 24 inches, requiring climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Must comply with all safety requirements and protocols, including Lock‑out/Tag‑out and fall protection.

Compensation and Benefits

The base range for this position in the posted location is $23.00 – $23.00; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), PTO and/or other benefits.

We are 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.