Facilities & Operations Technician – Hands-On Impact (LA)

Helogen, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) program

OneMedical membership

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Job summary

Helogen, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking a Facilities & Operations Technician to keep our engineering and manufacturing facility running smoothly. You will manage shipping and receiving, perform maintenance, and set up workstations and fixtures.

This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, problem solving, and initiative, with cross-functional support for the engineering and manufacturing teams building the future of space industries.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, equipment maintenance, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, or a related field.
• Naturally handy with strong mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose problems and make basic repairs.
• Detail-oriented and organized; able to track shipments, inventory, and service records.
• Proficient using hand tools and basic equipment safely; comfortable assembling furniture and setting up workstations.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing shipments, including receiving, inspecting, labeling, packaging, pickups, and shipping logistics; track deliveries and ensure equipment and materials reach the appropriate teams
• Organize and maintain inventory, storage areas, tools, materials, and facility supplies
• Perform routine facility and preventive maintenance on shop equipment, tools, workspaces and machinery, and maintain service records
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical, plumbing, lighting, and other facility issues; coordinate with qualified contractors and service vendors for specialized repairs
• Assist with basic maintenance and troubleshooting of CNC machines, compressors, 3D printers, and other manufacturing equipment
• Help install, position, and set up equipment, workstations, workbenches, shelving, storage systems, and other facility fixtures
• Support facility improvements, workspace changes, and equipment installations, including moving and positioning equipment using appropriate handling equipment or professional rigging services when needed
• Coordinate cleaning, waste disposal, and other routine facility services; make local supply runs, pickups, and deliveries as needed
• Keep the facility, equipment, and shared workspaces clean, safe, organized, and ready for use by proactively identifying and resolving any potential issues

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Equipment maintenance

Warehouse operations

Shipping and receiving

Mechanical aptitude

Detail-oriented

Proactive problem solving

CNC machines familiarity

3D printers familiarity

Job description

Helogen, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking a Facilities & Operations Technician to keep our engineering and manufacturing facility running smoothly. You will manage shipping and receiving, perform maintenance, and set up workstations and fixtures.

This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, problem solving, and initiative, with cross-functional support for the engineering and manufacturing teams building the future of space industries.