Automation Equipment Technician — Prototyping & Maintenance

CreateMe; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement program

Flexible Paid Time Off

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

CreateMe, an AI robotics company pioneering automated apparel manufacturing, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for its Newark, CA R&D Innovation Center. You will support the automation team’s pilot manufacturing efforts in the use and maintenance of the novel automated apparel assembly equipment we are building.

This role reports to the Director, Manufacturing Operations. You will join our efforts in breaking down barriers to bring the traditional analogue textile industry into the digital

Qualifications

• 3-5 years+ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with heavy automation equipment.
• Hands-on experience with maintaining and repairing automated equipment, electro-mechanical equipment, and mechanical prototype fixtures.
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical components, such as different types of motors and sensors.
• Significant experience with hand tools, power tools, and measurement equipment.
• Willingness to learn new equipment including but not limited to: laser cutters, CNC fabric cutters, adhesive dispensers.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. Able to conduct experiments, follow instructions, collect and present data and observations.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the overall company goals and mission with ad hoc tasks.
• Identify and communicate suggested improvements to processes and equipment.
• Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on manufacturing equipment and document needed preventive services.
• Repairs: Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs with engineering/manufacturing teams.
• Inventory: Identify spare parts and quantities needed to stock in the facility.
• Assist in training on production equipment use.
• Follow quality and safety standards at all times.
• Contribute to developing the automation process for high-quality finished garments from prototypes to pre-production.

Skills

Electro-mechanical knowledge

Hand tools

Power tools

Measurement equipment

Communication skills

Independent work

Safety compliance

Tools

Laser cutters

CNC fabric cutters

Adhesive dispensers

Job description

CreateMe, an AI robotics company pioneering automated apparel manufacturing, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for its Newark, CA R&D Innovation Center. You will support the automation team’s pilot manufacturing efforts in the use and maintenance of the novel automated apparel assembly equipment we are building.

This role reports to the Director, Manufacturing Operations. You will join our efforts in breaking down barriers to bring the traditional analogue textile industry into the digital