PLC & Warehouse Automation Specialist

United States Cold Storage Inc; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Educational Assistance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Perks and benefits

Job summary

United States Cold Storage Inc is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and optimize warehouse automation systems. You will operate WMS/WCS interfaces, troubleshoot PLC programs, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with vendors to implement solutions.

This role requires the ability to read safety procedures, lift up to 70 lbs, and work in a cold environment, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and ensure efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Some technical training preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and work with automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot WMS/WCS interfaces.
• Follow safety procedures and SOPs for operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automation equipment.
• Collaborate with vendors to implement solutions.
• Monitor systems to optimize pallet storage and prevent faults.

Skills

WMS

WCS

PLC programming

Automation maintenance

Electrical controls

Vendor liaison

Safety procedures

Problem solving

Data integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scanners

WMS software

Industrial PCs

Job description

United States Cold Storage Inc is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and optimize warehouse automation systems. You will operate WMS/WCS interfaces, troubleshoot PLC programs, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with vendors to implement solutions.

This role requires the ability to read safety procedures, lift up to 70 lbs, and work in a cold environment, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and ensure efficient operations.