HelloFresh · 1 day ago
Automation Technician
Newark, NJ, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$39.50/hr - $39.50/hr
4+ years expHelloFresh is a company focused on disrupting the traditional food supply chain, and they are seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and repair automation and facilities equipment. The role involves leading compliance with safety standards, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and mentoring maintenance personnel.
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Responsibilities
Lead and educate compliance with all safety, food safety, and security standards
Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on assigned conveyors, automation, robotics and ancillary equipment as needed
Perform troubleshooting of assigned out of service equipment and correct issues, act as an escalation point for lower level technicians, and escalate to leadership and/or vendors as needed for additional troubleshooting
Document all work in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and ticketing systems as appropriate
Mentor all maintenance personnel in developing appropriate skill sets and knowledge of equipment specializing in mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration
Lead root cause analysis of major downtime events
Act as a network resource for technical issues and lead network-wide root cause analysis
Develop maintenance personnel knowledge on intermediate to advanced mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration
Audit maintenance personnel work and provide feedback to improve performance and quality
Audit vendor work to provide feedback to leadership on quality of work and SLA performance
Write and/or modify PMs to standardize across the network and increase effectiveness
Perform building project work as assigned
Qualification
Required
4-6 years of experience with conveyor, automation, robotics, and/or refrigeration repair and maintenance including mechanical and electrical operations
Advanced understanding of machinery and equipment
Basic computer skills
Ability to read and understand drawings, schematics and diagrams
Experience working with inputs, outputs, and PLC logic systems and ability to troubleshoot these systems
Ability to travel as necessary (up to 10%) for business purposes
High School diploma or equivalent
Excellent follow through, judgment, and common sense
"Make it happen" attitude
Preferred
Mechatronics associates degree or equivalent
Benefits
401K company match that vests immediately upon participation
Generous PTO and additional sick leave
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain
Company
HelloFresh
HelloFresh is a food subscription company that sends pre-portioned ingredients to users’ doorstep each week.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (16)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$367.46MKey Investors
Baillie GiffordRocket InternetInsight Partners
2017-11-02IPO
2016-12-20Series G· $88.32M
2015-09-17Series F· $85.64M
Leadership Team
Dominik Richter
CEO and Founder
Sebastien Tron
Vice President, Growth Opportunities
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