Machine Operator

WITRON Group; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

WITRON Group in Lansing, MI is seeking motivated Machine Operators to join our high-performance warehouse automation team. You will operate and monitor an advanced automated material handling system (MHE) inside a fast-paced distribution center, ensuring smooth material flow and uptime.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in warehousing or manufacturing, basic knowledge of conveyors or automated equipment, strong troubleshooting skills, and comfort with computers and WMS.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, conveyors, or automated equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using computers, HMIs, or warehouse management systems.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated material handling equipment (MHE) and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment faults, system errors, and material flow issues.
• Perform basic maintenance and system recovery tasks.
• Clear product jams, packaging issues, and carrier obstructions within the system.
• Support continuous warehouse automation operations to ensure efficiency and uptime.
• Collaborate with team members and maintenance personnel to maintain system performance.

Skills

MHE operation

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

WMS

Verbal communication

Conveyors

Tools

HMIs

WMS software

Job description

Join WITRON as a Machine Operator!

WITRON is seeking motivated and dependable Machine Operators to join our high-performance warehouse distribution team. In this role, you will operate and monitor a state-of-the‑art automated material handling system (MHE) inside a fast-paced distribution center environment.

If you have a passion for automation, troubleshooting equipment, and warehouse operations, and enjoy solving technical problems, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in logistics and supply chain automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated material handling equipment (MHE) and systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment faults, system errors, and material flow issues
• Perform basic maintenance and system recovery tasks
• Clear product jams, packaging issues, and carrier obstructions within the system
• Support continuous warehouse automation operations to ensure efficiency and uptime
• Collaborate with team members and maintenance personnel to maintain system performance

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturing environment (preferred but not required)
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, conveyors, or automated equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable using computers, HMIs, or warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented, fast‑paced environment
• Effective verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods
• Capable of lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights up to 80–100 feet
• Able to work in varying warehouse temperatures

Work Environment

• Work includes time in cold storage and freezer environments (down to -10°F)
• Exposure to an industrial warehouse setting with automated systems

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits
• Company‑paid basic life, dependent life, AD&D, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) match, dental insurance, vision insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, critical illness insurance
• Bonus opportunities and opportunities for career development

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.