**Job Title: Cell Operator** **Job Description** The Cell Operator is responsible for the upkeep and operations of automated adapters interfacing with the conveyor system structure. This role entails assisting with system readiness to achieve performance targets defined by leadership. The operator will utilize Human/Machine Interface (HMI) terminals to effectively operate equipment, organize pallets and products, and ensure efficient manual lifting into the robotic structure. **Responsibilities** + Ensure safety commitments are met daily in compliance with OSHA and customer processes and procedures. + Perform pre-production checks on automated adapters ensuring equipment is ready to run. + Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system to achieve maximum throughput. + Prepare pallets for induction into the storage and retrieval system. + Assess causes of system stoppages and return to service using HMI and manual intervention. + Assist team members in system troubleshooting. + Analyze recurring faults and determine the best corrective actions. + Communicate and escalate production-impacting issues to operational leadership. + Contribute to system uptime through preservation, recovery, suspect removal, and bot health actions. + Make recommendations for process and continuous improvement. + Perform periodic system inspections including cleaning, lubrication, tolerance checking, and component validation. + Report all out-of-spec conditions and perform root cause corrective actions. + Maintain continuous operation of system components. + Monitor and use radio etiquette while obtaining instructions from leadership. + Perform rover bot upkeep including replacing wheels, cleaning, and sensor maintenance. + Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in restrictive environments. + Assist Automation technicians with breakdown calls and ensure continuous system availability. **Essential Skills** + 1+ years of manufacturing experience in a Machine Operator or Entry Level Maintenance role. + Technical skills including the use of touchscreens, computers, and mobile cell phones. + Problem-solving skills to identify and communicate issues with solutions. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school graduate or trade school preferred. + Skills in machine operating, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, manufacturing, problem solving, automation, production, mechanical, robotics, preventive maintenance, and repair. **Why Work Here?** The company is experiencing growth, with products and systems years ahead of the competition. The demand for their automation and robotic systems is high. The culture is transparent, with strong team mentality and communication. Teammates with good attendance and work ethic are rewarded through promotions, benefits, and advancement opportunities. The company is committed to training motivated individuals on state-of-the-art technology, enhancing career prospects. **Work Environment** The work environment includes automated racking systems within a distribution center with multiple robotic arm cells in Inbound and Outbound operations. The environment involves working with 300 robots, with some racking reaching heights of up to 45 feet and restrictive areas of 24 inches. Protection from weather conditions is provided, but temperature changes range from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melrose Park, Illinois. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Melrose Park,IL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.