Job Overview:

The Automation Engineer- DC is responsible for the on-going support, testing, maintenance, and implementation of automation systems that operate within UNFI’s distribution centers. This role works closely with Maintenance teams to ensure the automation systems continue operational excellence. This role works to improve business operations and create efficiencies through DC automation.

Job Responsibilities:

Automation Engineering

• Design, configure and testing of DC automation systems which include conveyor systems, multi shuttles, pick to light, pick to voice, carousels, WCS application servers, MHE based applications, distribution equipment and RF devices

• Configure and conduct any testing required within system and comply with safety regulations

• Gather process requirements from key DC in house associates and vendors and ensure systems support process requirements

• Collaborates with in-house associates and vendors on daily processes, projects, support, and maintenance

• Creates documentation around issues, technical design, process, resolutions and tracks calls using Remedy System and follows up with users on Open Tickets

• Develops and maintains technical documentation of networks, systems and associated architecture

System Maintenance

• Supports lower-level maintenance technicians in diagnosing equipment issues or in complex and difficult repairs, adjustments and part replacements.

• Supports technicians in maintaining decorating, capping, welding, and conveyor equipment

• Supports third party vendors when required during equipment installations

• Supports the creation of work orders and preventive maintenance documentation

• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications

• Requires completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience

Experience

• 3-6 years’ experience in materials handling experience preferably in warehousing, distribution environments

• 3-6 years’ experience in manufacturing and PLC

• 3-6 years’ experience working with PLC’s, photo eyes, diffusers, Barcode scanners, diverters, label printers, access points

• 3-6 years’ experience in warehouse technology such as Pick to Light and Pick to Voice, Allen Bradley RSLogix 500 and RSLogix 5000 PLC software

 Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities

• Knowledge of safety rules and procedures

• Knowledge and understanding of electrical, pneumatic systems, conveyors, motors and packaging equipment

• Demonstrated knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems and circuits

• Demonstrated knowledge of the following software programs; MS office suite, Adobe Professional, Autocad, MS Visio

• Working knowledge of Psion, Symbol and Motorola Access Points and RF Devices

• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

Work Environment:

Hybrid Role:

• This position follows a hybrid schedule working in office () days per week. The acceptable split between onsite and remote work is determined by the manager. Hybrid associates may choose to work from an office on a more frequent basis than required.

Travel (major):

• Travel is required up to (50) % for this position which may include unplanned travel

Physical Environment/Demands:

• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20◦to 35◦Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37◦to 90◦Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation

• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist, and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures

• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment

• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.  Ability to operate work related equipment

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear

• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday.

• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.