Maintenance Technician I

HelloFresh
Newark, NJ
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level maintenance professionals with a background in manufacturing who can adapt to physical and technical demands.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior manufacturing plant maintenance experience and mechanical aptitude
    — “1+ years general maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair experience within manufacturing/production plant
  • Individuals who are comfortable with operating power tools and handling electrical systems
    — “Strong mechanical and technical maintenance; able to operate power tools, PIT equipment, and service basic mechanical devices and functions safely and effectively
  • Those with an interest in lean manufacturing and process optimization
    — “Versed in GMP/TPM/LEAN/OSHA with strong continuous improvement and project management

Things to consider

  • The role requires working in cold environments with areas as low as 40°F
    — “Comfortable working in cold environments with some areas of facility at 40⠁F
  • Candidates must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
    — “Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with conveyor systems and HVAC in your resume and interview responses
    — “Maintain and repair complex machinery (conveyor system, HVAC equipment, scanners, automatic doors, Dock doors, etc.)
  • Highlight your ability to interpret blueprints and schematics in your application materials
    — “Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics
  • Showcase your problem-solving and contingency planning skills in your interview narrative
    — “Critical thinker who uses logic to identify alternatives, evaluate, and present approaches to solving complex problems while thinking in terms of contingency plans
  • Demonstrate familiarity with OSHA and PSM compliance standards
    — “Exposure to ammonia, refrigeration, and/or PSM compliance systems
  • Demonstrate your ability to communicate and coordinate with production teams
    — “Communicate regularly with personnel to ensure that repairs and maintenance needs are met and coordinated with production schedules
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Intern

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What success looks like

  • maintain and repair complex machinery
  • conduct regular facility inspections
Typical background
general maintenancetroubleshooting

Skills & requirements

Required

General MaintenanceTroubleshootingFacility Inspections

Preferred

Experience With Ammonia, Refrigeration, And PSM Compliance Systems

Stack & domain

HVACPlumbingElectrical SystemsProblem-solvingCommunicationFacility MaintenanceProduction Equipment

About the role

Original posting from HelloFresh

As a Maintenance Technician at Factor you will be responsible for the general maintenance and repairs of our building, grounds, and equipment. You will ensure that the facility is maintained at a high level, general cleaning is performed in a timely manner when needed, and safety standards are upheld. 

Shift: Wednesday to Saturday - 5:00am to 3:30pm

You will…

Maintain and repair complex machinery (conveyor system, HVAC equipment, scanners, automatic doors, Dock doors, etc.)

Maintain and repair production equipment as needed.

Monitor equipment and perform troubleshooting for problems and breakdowns.

Maintain and repair facilities including basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Provide recommendations to repair or replace poorly functioning equipment.

Efficiently prioritize repair schedule to ensure an uninterrupted production schedule.

Conduct regular facility inspections.

Assist personnel as needed. Communicate regularly with personnel to ensure that repairs and maintenance needs are met and coordinated with production schedules.

Keep management informed of area activities and of significant concerns. Report major concerns or significant problems.

You are...

Mechanically-inclined: you’ve always had a knack for fixing things and a natural curiosity about how things work; you enjoy taking things apart only to put them back together and are extremely comfortable handling tools and materials

Programmatic: you’re able to identify the system component that is causing the error, as well as the options available for resolving it and completing the task.

Bold: you’re adventurous and have a true entrepreneurial spirit; you’re not afraid to take calculated risks and constantly challenge the status quo

Agile: you roll with the punches and don’t get overwhelmed easily; you have a track record of adapting quickly and driving results in fast-paced, hyper-growth environments

Problem-solver: you’re a critical thinker who uses logic to identify alternatives, evaluate, and present approaches to solving complex problems while thinking in terms of contingency plans

You have...

1+ years general maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair experience within manufacturing/production plant

High school diploma or GED required, some college preferred

Qualified to handle electrical components, controls, and HVAC

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics

Strong mechanical and technical maintenance; able to operate power tools, PIT equipment, and service basic mechanical devices and functions safely and effectively

Versed in GMP/TPM/LEAN/OSHA with strong continuous improvement and project management

Exposure to ammonia, refrigeration, and/or PSM compliance systems

Comfortable working in cold environments with some areas of facility at 40⠁F

Efficient Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and Google app (Gmail, drive, sheets, etc.)

Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays

Must be able to read, write and speak English. 

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.

Newark, NJ Pay Range$24.50—$24.50 USD

Source: HelloFresh careers

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