Palletizer Operator

Palletizer Operator

Department: Operations - Warehouse

Employment Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt Reports To: Supervisor – Warehouse Operations

Supervises: This position has no direct reports

Approved Date: 4/17/2026

Major Working Conditions

Internal contacts are with the Operations Department. No external contacts.

Primary Function

The Automation Coordinator ensures accurate, efficient pallet production by monitoring palletizer performance, resolving system alerts, and performing manual builds when needed, using tools such as NuMove UI and OPTO tablets.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring the pallet builds for their assigned palletizer to ensure they are stable and in the correct layout.
• Complete all top off orders as required by the OPTO tablet stations for each palletizer.
• Complete all "resume with changes" that are necessary to correct palletizer issues as they arise.
• Communicate any mechanical issues that are occurring with the automation technician and work with them to resolve data issues at their assigned palletizer.
• Use the NuMove UI to troubleshoot layer issues and operate the inside of the palletizer cell as necessary to resume operations after alerts are triggered.
• Communicate with forklift operators to ensure that their palletizer has the necessary stock of pallets to complete all orders and prevent downtime.
• Complete all EOD reporting using the stationed whiteboards to report any issues that the automation technician needs to check.
• Clean and organize their assigned palletizer at the EOD.
• Must adhere to all safety programs, and always maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma
• Ability to obtain forklift license and operate manual/power pallet jacks
• Reading and math skills needed to ensure accuracy of inventory levels, pricing, etc.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds frequently
• Ability to lift 30 pounds over shoulders frequently
• Ability to push/pull product frequently
• Ability to walk/stand at least 8 hours/daily
• Maintains a professional relationship with co-workers, customers, and the public
• A good candidate must provide a good work history that demonstrates: dependability, integrity, attention to detail, self-motivated, excellent customer service and takes initiative
• Ability to pass the company's background and Motor Vehicle Report and the company's drug testing requirements
• A valid NC Driver License is preferred