Warehouse Automation Lead - Optimize Ops & PLCs

United States Cold Storage, Inc.; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

BCBS health insurance after 30 days

Life Insurance

Other benefits

Job summary

United States Cold Storage, Inc. is seeking a proactive Automation Lead to guide the warehouse automation team in McDonough, GA. You will mentor associates, optimize PLC programs, and coordinate with vendors to enhance performance.

You will ensure data integrity in WMS/WCS, perform PMs on equipment, and uphold rigorous safety standards while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced cold storage environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership and mentoring of automation staff.
• Strong communication across departments to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Commitment to safety policies and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor automation staff and promote company culture.
• Troubleshoot PLC programs and WMS/WCS interfaces to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinate with vendors to integrate automation solutions.
• Maintain data integrity in WMS/WCS for operational accuracy.
• Perform preventative maintenance on automation equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and SOPs to protect staff.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Safety Awareness

Problem Solving

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS/WCS

PLC programming

Automation equipment

Job description

United States Cold Storage, Inc. is seeking a proactive Automation Lead to guide the warehouse automation team in McDonough, GA. You will mentor associates, optimize PLC programs, and coordinate with vendors to enhance performance.

You will ensure data integrity in WMS/WCS, perform PMs on equipment, and uphold rigorous safety standards while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced cold storage environment.