Robotics Operator – Ice Packaging & Palletizing

reddyice; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

reddyice in Raleigh, NC seeks a robotic operator to set up and run an industrial robot on the production line, perform bagging and pallet stacking, and assist with lean process improvements. The role involves verifying weights, maintaining equipment, and following safety protocols on a 12‑hour shift in a cold manufacturing environment.

The position requires high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and experience on production lines; robotic experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Must be able to read a computer screen, enter commands, and perform light maintenance work.
• Experience running machinery on production line required.
• Prior robotic technical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate industrial robot used in the manufacturing process, according to specifications and pre-programmed machine control instructions.
• Reads work orders and specifications to determine prescribed setup and operation.
• Enter commands to start robot, observes robotic operation, and monitors screen of machine controller for malfunctions and error messages.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on robot, including minor repairs, changing robot settings, suction cups and heads.
• Learn to start and stop the line when needed.
• Monitor production quality, including regular bag weight checks; make modifications to the production line if weights do not meet specifications.
• Complete daily DVM boards.
• Perform bagging and tying of bags off conveyor equipment.
• Stack a variety of products, ranging from 5lb to 40lb bags onto standard pallets, in a neat fashion, to create square and shippable pallets.
• Help monitor product quality including; bags not properly tied, foreign objects, discolored ice and any deviation from standards.
• Keep the area safe and report potential hazards to supervisor.
• Implement and follow lock out/tag out process and procedures as needed.
• Clean immediate work area and entire facility according to the Master Cleaning Schedule.
• Make and assume other duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management.
• Adhering to the Code of Business Ethics is essential.

Skills

Read English documents

Safety consciousness

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to lift 45 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

reddyice in Raleigh, NC seeks a robotic operator to set up and run an industrial robot on the production line, perform bagging and pallet stacking, and assist with lean process improvements. The role involves verifying weights, maintaining equipment, and following safety protocols on a 12‑hour shift in a cold manufacturing environment.

The position requires high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and experience on production lines; robotic experience is a plus.