Essential Responsibilities

• Participate/support the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) and assist in the development of the system and operational standards and corrective actions.
• Responsible for daily tasks in the auto-palletizing area to include verification of pallet stacks are square- straight; verification of no flaws in pallets; ensure slip sheet is square when placed on pallet; ensure jams are cleared on conveyer and inside the robot cell; replace stretch-wrap film.
• Monitor the overall operation of the entire palletizing system and use integrated controls and displays to determine the course of action needed to resolve issues.
• Monitor robot operation to ensure there are no stacking errors within the robot cells- infeed conveyors and full pallet discharge chains.
• Troubleshoot pallet build errors and determine best course of action based on pallet build sequence and robot operation.
• When errors occur- re-configure pallet build by restacking- resetting or manipulating robot controls to ensure proper configuration and minimal downtime.
• Monitor full pallet travel through system to the labeling area to ensure no errors or jams.
• Troubleshoot pallet label printer to insure it is working and labels are being applied properly with correct information.
• Troubleshoot stretch wrappers to ensure operation is functioning.
• Manipulate and troubleshoot conveyors and wrap arms using integrated controls to clear and reset the system.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and orderliness of the auto-palletizing area.
• Responsible for the coordination of the area to meet or exceed company standards- goals and objectives.
• Responsible for training employees assigned to area.
• Liaison between Americold- Production- Warehouse and other departments as needed.
• Basic maintenance e.g.: weekly PM- belts- roller- visual wear & tear- change out air cylinders- lubricate- etc.
• Responsible for accurate downtime information recording.

• Training and Safety – Provide a safe and healthful work environment for all personnel through consistent support of the company’s Kraft Heinz Safety Process. Oversee safety processes including- but not limited to- goal setting- hazard recognition- and elimination- administration of safety procedures and corresponding corrective action- area inspection- job skills- and compliance training- accident investigation and safety meetings.
• Interprets company policies to workers and enforces policies and safety regulations.
• Must be able to work flexible hours; days- afternoons- midnights- overtime and weekends as necessary.

• As necessary- other duties and/or projects may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• Must have a High School Diploma and prefer some technical training.
• Prefer experience in supervising or leading a work group.
• Prefer experience in the total operation of a unit or departmental processes and equipment.

Skills- Knowledge and Abilities

• Excellent computer skills.
• Experience in programmable equipment.
• Must be able read and interpret documents such as safety rules- operating and maintenance instructions- and procedure manuals.
• Excellent writing to include routine reports and correspondence.
• Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages and volume.
• Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry where applicable on job.
• Must be able to apply analyze problems with equipment and determine appropriate action to correct problem.
• Strong knowledge of the operation of specific equipment- tools- and computers.
• Demonstrate reliability and good work ethics- quality work performance- attention to detail is a must- and maintain a good working relationship with all other departments.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to multitask and work in a team oriented fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal- and organizational skills and must be detail and process oriented.
• Willingness to grow with the organization.
• Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and be able to identify and solve problems.
• Incumbent must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand- walk- sit- climb- balance- stoop- kneel- crouch and crawl.
• Ability to use hands/arms to reach- handle- or feel objects- tools or controls.
• Ability to work in all areas of the facility including hot and cold areas- and be exposed to wet and humid conditions.
• Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 lbs or more.
• Must have excellent vision- distant and peripheral- with the ability to identify and distinguish colors- and adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high- and ear protection is required.
• May work near moving mechanical parts- high and/or confining places and in outside weather conditions.