Maintenance Operator - Warehouse Robotics

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.