About the role
At Exotec, we design and maintain cutting-edge robotic systems that are transforming warehouses around the world. Every day, our technology helps make operations safer, faster and less physically demanding.
As a Maintenance Operator, you'll play a key role in keeping these systems running and delivering exceptional performance for our customers.
Why you'll enjoy working here
- Work with state-of-the-art robotics.
- Join small, supportive teams where everyone makes an impact.
- Enjoy modern, clean working environments.
- Take ownership with the freedom to troubleshoot and solve problems.
What you’ll do
As a Maintenance Operator, you will support the daily operation and upkeep of automated equipment, helping maximize system availability, safe operations, and a seamless customer experience.
Operational support
- Respond to equipment jams on conveyors and workstations to minimize downtime.
- Support robot retrieval and recovery during downtime windows.
- Assist maintenance technicians with system availability, performance, and basic maintenance tasks.
- Promote proper equipment operating procedures with customer operators.
Equipment, materials, and safety
- Clean equipment and remove debris from work areas.
- Support setup, tooling changes, readiness tasks, and issue reporting.
- Receive, label, prepare, transport, and count materials, supplies, and spare parts.
- Follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, LOTO practices, and complete required documentation.
What to expect
- Job location: Phillipsburg, NJ - Salary range: $19-22 per hour + 8% annual bonus & benefits
- Shift pattern:
- 1st or 2nd shift front half (Sunday to Wednesday) and back half (Wednesday to Saturday) - First shift is 5.30am to 4pm. Second shift is 2.30 pm to 1 am. - Shift patterns will change to include Sundays during our client’s peak season. - Shift patterns are subject to change.
Requirements
- Basic mechanical aptitude, interest in industrial equipment, and ability to learn warehouse automation systems and maintenance procedures.
- Ability to follow work instructions, procedures, and maintenance schedules.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- GED/high school diploma.
Professional skills
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, with strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Able to multitask in a fast-paced warehouse environment and eager to learn.
Physical requirements
- Use standard hand tools and lifts rated up to 250 lbs, including tools and equipment.
- Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs and work from heights up to 50 ft.
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach overhead, and use manual dexterity to access and repair equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package, inclusive of salary and annual bonus - Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage - Generous vacation and time off policy - 401(k) with company match up to 5% - Continuous opportunities for training and development in an international setting
Why you’ll love working here
- Make an impact by building technology that improves business performance and people's everyday work.
- Grow faster by solving complex challenges in a fast-moving company where innovation, speed and ambition accelerate your development.
- Belong to a global team where diversity, inclusion and collaboration drive better decisions and stronger solutions.
- Connect beyond work by sharing passions, celebrating milestones and building lasting relationships that strengthen the way we work together.
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