Automation Technician

HelloFresh

Phoenix, AZ

On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level maintenance professionals with technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems who can lead and mentor others.

Best fit for

Mid-level maintenance professionals with 4-6 years of experience in automation and conveyor systems
— “4-6 years of experience with conveyor, automation, robotics, and/or refrigeration repair and maintenance”
Candidates who can lead root cause analysis and mentor others on technical systems
— “Mentor all maintenance personnel in developing appropriate skill sets and knowledge of equipment”

Things to consider

Travel is required up to 10% of the time, which may affect work-life balance
— “Ability to travel as necessary (up to 10%) for business purposes”
The role demands a high level of technical knowledge and independent problem-solving
— “Perform troubleshooting of assigned out of service equipment and correct issues”

How to stand out

Highlight experience leading root cause analysis and mentoring junior technicians
— “Lead root cause analysis of major downtime events”
Emphasize your ability to standardize maintenance processes across systems
— “Write and/or modify PMs to standardize across the network and increase effectiveness”
Showcase your skills in both mechanical and electrical systems troubleshooting
— “Experience working with inputs, outputs, and PLC logic systems and ability to troubleshoot these systems”
Demonstrate your capacity to audit and improve work quality and vendor performance
— “Audit vendor work to provide feedback to leadership on quality of work and SLA performance”
Include examples of maintaining detailed records in CMMS or ticketing systems
— “Document all work in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and ticketing systems as appropriate”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

reliable maintenance and repair of equipment
improved reliability of systems

Typical background

4-6 years of experience with conveyor, automation, robotics, and/or refrigeration repair and maintenance

Skills & requirements

Required

Conveyor And Automation MaintenanceTroubleshootingRoot Cause AnalysisMentorship

Preferred

Network-wide Root Cause AnalysisVendor Work Audit

Stack & domain

ConveyorAutomationRoboticsRefrigerationMechanicalElectricalPLC Logic SystemsRoot Cause AnalysisNetwork-wide Root Cause AnalysisMechatronicsLeadershipMentoringAuditingFeedbackProblem-solvingDecision-makingManufacturingEngineeringConstruction

About the role

Original posting from HelloFresh

Job Description:
As an Automation Technician, you will work with the maintenance team to maintain and repair conveyance, automation and facilities equipment to support operations uptime and improve reliability of our systems. This role is the resident expert in mechanical, electrical and/or refrigeration systems.
You will...
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.
You have...
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.
Mechatronics associates degree or equivalent preferred.
You’ll get…
Competitive hourly rate, 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
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.
Arizona Pay Range$38.75—$38.75 USD

Source: HelloFresh careers