Warehouse Automation Engineer | Truganina Vic 27/3/2024

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,300 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL. We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport.YOUR ROLEAs the Warehouse Automation Engineer within the Business Process Excellence (BPE) team, you'll support the enhancement of Warehouse Automation, particularly focusing on Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR). The role centres around conducting comprehensive data analysis to evaluate system performance.You will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) in automation, specifically AMR, acting as a crucial liaison among operations, local and global system teams, IT, vendors, BPE, account managers, and customers. Your key goal is to drive maximum returns for Warehouse Automation initiatives.WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Collect data from the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and automation control system, and thoroughly analyse, measure, and quantify the system's performance against business case requirements
• Offer real-time inventory slotting to ensure accurate product placement in Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) and optimising throughput
• Determine inventory storage and replenishment strategies for clients, engage in rack/bins design for maximum storage utilisation, and work on layout improvements
• Develop a comprehensive performance dashboard, preferably using PowerBI, to measure and display inbound/replenishment and picking/outbound productivities.
• Monitor automation storage status and utilisation, perform SKU profiling for automation, and create an automation-specific slotting tool to identify the right SKU profile
• Provide data-driven recommendations to operational teams for improving automation performance
• Collaborate with account managers and analysts to extract automation financial performance details from account Profit and Loss (P&L) statements
• Train and mentor operation supervisors to become intermediate-level "Automation Super Users," capable of running reports and measuring system performance
• Identify, test, and implement new functionalities for existing automation and WMS sites/clients to deliver significant benefits to operations and customers
• Develop a solid understanding of integration messaging, including types, best options, and troubleshooting.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?Our ideal candidate is tertiary qualified in industrial engineering (or related) and has solid experience gained in a related role in any industry (preference for logistics / supply chain, manufacturing, resources, or related).Other attributes:

• Knowledge and hands-on experience with utilising process improvement tools, Kaizen, Lean, etc.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and tools such as PowerApps, Phyton, SQL, etc.Bonus: AutoCAD or similar

In addition to providing proof of work rights and suitable professional referees, progressed candidates will be required to complete a medical assessment and national police check.WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment and competitive compensation, we are proud to offer a range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, and help you thrive at work and in life.

• Personal wellbeing: prioritise your health and wellbeing through the CEVAwell program, Employee Assistance Program, Volunteer Time Off, and Life & Total Permanent Disability Insurance.
• Work-life balance: benefit from flexible, hybrid, and remote work options, along with additional paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Professional development: your growth is essential to us. Unlock your potential through secondment and internal mobility opportunities, study assistance, leadership and mentoring programs, the CMA CGM Learning Academy, early career pathways and more.
• Financial wellbeing: We care about your financial security. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts from our partners, novated leasing, annual safety workwear reimbursement, employee referral incentives, service recognition and short-term incentive plans.

CEVA Logistics' Diversity Statement:As a global organisation, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, attitudes, and local knowledge of our customers, can we succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation. CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to indigenous status, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other characteristic.