Warehouse Automation System Operator - Vertique

Suntory; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures in North Carolina seeks a Warehouse Automation Operator to control, interface and manage automated systems, ensuring smooth material movement for internal and external customers.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, fault identification and resolution, data recording, directing staff, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and complying with quality standards; requires high school diploma, forklift certification, and basic computer/HMI skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fork lift skills assessment required; operate PBV material handling gear safely.
• Automation/production machine operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Control, interface and manage warehouse automation systems.
• Support continuous material movement through automated systems.
• Perform fault identification, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Record keeper/log updates and direct workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and ensure product quality.
• Follow safety guidelines and assist in issue resolution.

Skills

Forklift operation

HMI skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Math skills

Reading/writing skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

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/Duties

• 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 facilitation 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.

Essential Mental and Physical Functions

Mental 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.

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

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.

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