Symbotic · 5 hours ago
Automation System Operator
Tolleson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$22.60/hr - $31.21/hr
3+ years expSymbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. The Automation System Operator will be responsible for monitoring the operation of automated material handling systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring operational excellence in collaboration with the customer operations team.
MobileRetailRoboticsSupply Chain ManagementWarehouse Automation
Responsibilities
Ensure that the safety commitments in compliance with OSHA, Symbotic, and our customers’ processes and procedures are met daily
Monitor system performance and availability of both personnel and automated robotic vehicles
Work with customer to schedule and produce orders and receive inventory
Troubleshoot system stoppages and determine best course of action to maintain system up-time
Effectively communicate and troubleshoot software issues with off-site Symbotic software engineers and on-site management team
Operate system via custom GUI. Ensure safe and proper operation of system
Plan daily activities and coordinate system maintenance with maintenance personnel and Automation Manager based upon daily needs of warehouse operations
Maintain accurate logs of major events. Become the on-site software expert with an excellent understanding of system interrelations and consequences
Assess cause of automated robotic vehicle failure, examine log files and take detailed notes and alert service personnel
Assist and train other automation team operators in troubleshooting and repairs of any equipment as required, consistent with level of experience and training
Communicate with tier support to drive system production
Other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years in a computer or automation environment desired
Ability to direct and guide employees daily standard work
Effective detail-oriented communicator
A desire to learn new equipment and assist team members as needed
Takes critical feedback and recognition positively
Ability to multi-task and perform multiple job functions at once
A high sense of urgency
Must be literate, written and verbal, in English Language
Ensure that the safety commitments in compliance with OSHA, Symbotic, and our customers' processes and procedures are met daily
Monitor system performance and availability of both personnel and automated robotic vehicles
Work with customer to schedule and produce orders and receive inventory
Troubleshoot system stoppages and determine best course of action to maintain system up-time
Effectively communicate and troubleshoot software issues with off-site Symbotic software engineers and on-site management team
Operate system via custom GUI. Ensure safe and proper operation of system
Plan daily activities and coordinate system maintenance with maintenance personnel and Automation Manager based upon daily needs of warehouse operations
Maintain accurate logs of major events. Become the on-site software expert with an excellent understanding of system interrelations and consequences
Assess cause of automated robotic vehicle failure, examine log files and take detailed notes and alert service personnel
Assist and train other automation team operators in troubleshooting and repairs of any equipment as required, consistent with level of experience and training
Communicate with tier support to drive system production
Other duties as assigned by leadership
There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure
You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground
Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit
If the site location is in construction, you will be required to wear proper PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness)
Frequent ability to safely and efficiently lift items weighing up to 50lbs and move items weighing up to 80lbs
Stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours and is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
The employee is routinely required to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must be capable of occasional and/or continuous feeling, seeing, hearing, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, balancing, gripping, climbing, crawling, sitting, handling objects, and repetitive movement using both hands and feet
Must comply with all safety requirements and protocols, including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
401K
PTO
Other benefits
Company
Symbotic
Symbotic is a provider of integrated supply network automation solutions for warehouses and distribution centers.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.36B2025-12-04Post Ipo Secondary· $192.5M
2025-12-04Post Ipo Equity· $357.5M
2024-02-21Post Ipo Secondary· $202.5M
Leadership Team
Carol Hibbard
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Ernst
Chief Financial Officer
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