Warehouse Automation System Operator - 2nd Shift

Pepsi Bottling Ventures; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures seeks a Warehouse Automation Systems Operator to control, interface and manage its automated warehouse systems in a fast-paced environment.

You will support continuous material movement for internal and external customers while ensuring safety, accuracy, and quality in operations. The role requires forklift competency, mechanical aptitude, and solid problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must pass forklift skills assessment and safely operate PBV material handling equipment.
• Six (6) months of sit-down forklift operation preferred.
• One (1) year of automation/production machine operation outside PBV warehouse automation, or three months of proven in-house operation.
• Computer/HMI skills; mechanical aptitude; physical stamina; manual dexterity.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; math, reading and writing abilities.
• Must be able to speak, read, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Operate and interface with warehouse automation systems.
• Identify system faults; troubleshoot and correct issues; perform cleaning/maintenance.
• Resolve data/transaction errors related to automation systems.
• Maintain operator logs and records as required.
• Direct people/work areas to maximize system efficiency and resolve issues.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of work; work safely and efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Automation/production operation

Mechanical aptitude

Computer/HMI skills

English language proficiency

Math/reading/writing

Verbal/written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift equipment

Job description

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures! At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

Job Description

Purpose of the job: Control, interface and manage Warehouse Automation Systems, keeping the overall system at peak operational levels. To support continuous material movement through PBV’s automated warehouse systems to support both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Complete machine/system interface and operation.
• “System Operator” level machine/system fault identification, troubleshooting, issue correction, and cleaning and maintenance.
• Resolution of data/transactional errors or issues related to automation systems, software, or programs.
• Record keeping/operator log as required.
• Direct people/work areas as needed to maximize system efficiency and/or facilitate issue resolution.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of work.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to pass fork lift skills assessment and safely operate PBV Material Handling equipment.
• Six (6) months of “sit down” fork lift operation experience preferred.
• Must have one (1) year of automation/production machine operation outside of PBV warehouse automation or a minimum of three (3) months of proven in-house operation (not including training).
• Computer/human machine interface skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Physical stamina.
• Manual dexterity.
• Math, reading and writing skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Mental and Physical Functions

This job is both repetitive and variable depending on the needs of the business.

Physical Functions

Constantly (67% -100%) required to bend and reach. Occasionally (0%-33%) required to walk, stand, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Equipment Used

Single and double fork lifts. Automation systems (to include, but not limited to the following): case conveyor, pallet conveyor, palletizers, stretch wrappers, computers, and human machine interfaces.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Language Skills

Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English.

Visa Sponsorship

Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EOE M/F/D/V

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at [e-mail]