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Job Description:

Lead Cell Operator

Giant Tiger Wholesale is looking to hire a permanent Lead Cell Operator for our brandnew fully automated 660000 square foot distribution centre in Johnstown ON! GTW can offer paid material handling equipment training full medical/dental benefits a store discount and 24/7 onsite gym access.

You willbe responsible forsystem upkeep and operations of automated adapters used tointerfacewith theroboticstructure. You willbe responsible forassistingwith system readiness to achieve performance targets as defined by leadership. You will alsobe responsible forutilizingHuman/Machine Interface terminals to effectivelyoperateequipment.

We are looking for individuals who are searching for longterm career options where job advancement is encouraged! If that is you you can look forward to a career with milestone rate increases job growth and profitsharing with GTW.

Giant Tiger Wholesale We can offer:

• Starting wage of $22.58/hour!
• Additional $2/hour for hours worked 9:00pm 6:00am
• Automatic milestone wage increases at 1040 hours 2080 hours 4160 hours and annually after that
• Giant Tiger Store Discount 20 on clothing 10 on grocery!
• Full medical/dental benefits available
• 24/7 access to onsite gym; games room and full Micro market in lunchroom with subsidized snacks and meals
• Weekly summer barbeques and staff events all year
• Committed Health & Safety Culture from day one!

Accountabilities:

• Ensure that the safety commitments in compliance with OSHA Symbotic and our customers processes and procedures are met daily
• Perform preproduction checks on automated adapters ensuring equipment is in ready to run state
• Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system through means of the adapters including manual inbound automatic inbound automatic outbound to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour
• Prepare pallets for induction into the Symbotic storage and retrieval system
• Assess cause of system stoppage and return to service using Human/Machine Interface (HMI) and manual intervention
• Assist other team members in the operation of systems troubleshooting
• Analyze recurring faults and determine best corrective action.
• Communicate and escalate all issues impacting production immediately to operational leadership
• Contribute to overall system uptime through system preservation robot recovery suspect removal and bot health actions
• Make recommendations for process/continuous improvement.
• Perform periodic system inspections including: cleaning lubrication tolerance checking component validation
• Report all out of spec conditions and perform root cause corrective action
• Maintain continuous operation of system components
• Monitor and utilize common radio etiquette while obtaining instructions from leadership and operational leads
• Perform rover bot upkeep to include but not limited to replacing wheels cleaning ESD brushes sensors etc.
• Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in the Symbotic Matrix select system to include working in restrictive environments
• Assist Automation technicians with breakdown calls and continuous system availability
• Perform basic duties of the Automation Technicians as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree or equivalent experience or certification in electronics automotive automation manufacturing or equivalent field preferred
• 3 years of experience with mechanical automation systems educational or training equivalent
• Strong experience in performing all System Inspection functions including cleaning lubrication tolerance checking current measurements and checking electrical systems
• Ability to prioritize work to gain maximum uptime and throughput from an automated cell.
• Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely.
• Ability to work independently of supervisor following procedures and manuals
• Ability to multitask and perform multiple job functions at once.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent ability to safely and efficiently lift items weighing up to 50lbs and move items weighing up to 80lbs
• Stand/walk for up to 1012 hours and is frequently required to 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 where you may need to be able to stand climb balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl
• Must comply with all safety requirements and protocols including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols

Schedule:

• Rotating 12 hour shifts:

Sample shift schedule:

• Week 1 6:30am to 7:00pm Monday Tuesday Friday Saturday
• Week 2 6:30am to 7:00pm Sunday Wednesday Thursday
• Week 3 6:30pm to 7:00am Monday Tuesday Friday Saturday
• Week 4 6:30pm to 7:00am Sunday Wednesday Thursday

*CLOSE DATE: This job will close to internal applicants on April 10 2025 at 11:59 pm*

*** all internal applicants must include a resume with their applications for this job***

Job Requisition:

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Are you interested in this position but dont yet meet all the criteria We want you to apply anyway!

During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role but also contribute to our diverse equal and inclusive culture.

If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact.