Automation Maintenance Technician
Symbotic develops AI-enabled robotic systems and software for end-to-end warehouse and supply-chain automation.
About Symbotic Inc.
Symbotic provides turnkey warehouse automation systems that use autonomous robots and AI-enhanced software to store, move, sort, and fulfill goods, including distribution and micro-fulfillment operations.
Skills
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About the Role
You will inspect, repair, calibrate and troubleshoot Symbotic's automated storage and retrieval systems, robotic vehicles, adapters, lifts and robotic arms. You will document all work in the CMMS, communicate production-impacting issues, follow 5S policies, and perform Cell Operator functions as needed. The role involves physical work at heights and in restrictive spaces.
Requirements
- Associate degree or certification in electronics, automotive, automation or manufacturing, or equivalent experience preferred
- Minimum 3 years of experience with mechanical automation systems
- Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams
- Ability to operate automated systems
- PLC knowledge and troubleshooting experience
- Proficient in inspection functions
- Ability to work independently following procedures
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and move 80 lbs, work at heights up to 45 feet and in temperatures of 32° to 105°F
Responsibilities
- Perform inspections on automated storage and retrieval systems, robotic vehicles and adapters/lifts
- Adjust, calibrate, repair, replace or modify system components
- Monitor system flow to maximize throughput
- Troubleshoot robotic vehicle anomalies using schematics and test equipment
- Document repairs and parts used in the CMMS
- Communicate production-impacting problems and corrective actions
- Clean equipment and remove replaced parts
- Recover robotic vehicles in restrictive environments
- Perform minor utility work such as machining, cutting steel and aligning sensors
- Troubleshoot, calibrate and set up robotic arms
- Adhere to 5S policies
- Perform Cell Operator functions as needed