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The Seattle Public Library · 10 hours ago

Automated Materials Handling System Operator

Seattle, WA

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$26.77/hr - $32.53/hr

1+ years exp

The Seattle Public Library is a world-class library system dedicated to enriching lives and building community. The Automated Materials Handling System Operator is responsible for operating automated systems that check in, sort, and distribute library materials, while ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

Education

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Operate the automated materials handling system equipment. This includes operating conveyors, scanner tools and devices that load, sort and stack library materials; starting up and shutting down the equipment; and troubleshooting problems with sorting and equipment

Constantly monitor the equipment through visual inspection and auditory attention. Stay aware of developing flow problems, equipment deployment needs, mechanical malfunctions and sorting glitches. This position requires walking among the sorting belts and tote chutes, pushing totes into, and out of, the sorting area and moving from one point to another, arranging materials and making quick adjustments

Communicate and coordinate activities with other AMHS operators quickly and efficiently . The operator removes jams and makes minor adjustments to the sorting and sensing devices. In order to avoid backups and jams, the operator uses provided technology to prioritize the sorting of materials and to determine which materials should be sorted first

Qualification

Operating mechanical systemsTroubleshooting hardware issuesAutomated conveyanceCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilityHigh school diplomaGEDPhysical staminaWork independently

Required

A high school diploma or a Graduate Equivalency Degree (GED) is required

At least one year of experience in: Using personal computers and troubleshooting basic hardware and Windows applications issues

At least one year of experience in: Working in a warehouse or a high production environment

At least one year of experience in: Operating mechanical systems such as conveyors, loaders, sensors, scanning systems and related equipment

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be resourceful and have the ability to problem-solve

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other staff

Must be able to recognize safety hazards and take appropriate preventative actions, and able to apply safe work methods consistently

Ability to perform the physical tasks involved in operating the Automated Material Handling System, including bending, pushing, standing, walking and lifting up to 40 pounds

Ability to monitor the system's performance based on visual and auditory cues