Weee! · 15 hours ago
Automation Technician
Belleville, New Jersey, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expWeee! is the largest and fastest-growing ethnic e-grocer in the United States, aiming to reshape the grocery business by providing affordable access to ethnic food. The Automation Technician will oversee the daily operation and maintenance of automation systems, ensuring stable operations and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
E-CommerceGroceryRetail
Responsibilities
Monitor automation and robotic systems to ensure stable daily operations
Act as the first point of contact for all automation system issues
Perform routine and preventative maintenance on robots, charging stations, and related equipment
Troubleshoot robot errors including navigation, communication, and hardware faults
Diagnose and resolve charging station issues such as charging failures and power abnormalities
Identify root causes and implement timely fixes to minimize system downtime
Respond to and resolve automation service tickets; escalate issues to vendors as needed
Inspect and maintain systems to ensure proper calibration, safety, and operational efficiency
Troubleshoot and repair operational equipment including robots, picking carts, and picking/packing stations
Robot Navigation Issues: Investigate and resolve instances where robots are unable to navigate properly within the designated area or encounter obstacles
Report system quality issues and file reports as directed and required
Assist team members with the specification, installation and modification of systems
Work with team members and leadership on assigned projects
Install, maintain and inspect to ensure systems are properly calibrated
Provide system operation training on the assigned automation systems
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Operation equipment: Picking carts, robot cats, picking and packing stations, all equipment troubleshoot and repair
Qualification
Required
3+ years field service experience
Best-practice and professional knowledge of industrial maintenance and standards
Practice safe work habits and abide by the safety rules. Adherence to the Company Safety Policies
Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge of Material Handling Equipment (MHE)
Knowledge and understanding of PLCs. i.e. inputs and outputs to and from devices
Knowledge and understanding of power systems, Control Cabinet wiring and safety, Motors (DC and AC), Controllers, and Communications tools and equipment
Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and electrical schematics
Ability to learn and comprehend software programs to assist in the troubleshooting and maintenance of systems
Ability to use forklifts and personnel lifts (obtain and maintain certification and trainer status)
Strong oral and written communications
Must be able to lift 40 lbs., walk distances, and stand for periods of time
Preferred
Knowledge of hot work and piping
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance package, including medical, dental, and vision. PPO/HMO packages
401k, 4% company match
Equity and Bonus
Vacation and holiday time off
Monthly mobile stipend
Monthly Weee! Points credits
Company
Weee!
Weee! is an online grocery delivery platform that offers hispanic and asian foods specialty products and everyday staples.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Weee! has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (34)
2024 (38)
2023 (38)
2022 (48)
2021 (44)
2020 (15)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$862.75MKey Investors
SoftBank Vision FundDST GlobalGoodwater Capital
2022-02-28Series E· $425M
2021-03-16Series D· $315M
2020-08-17Series C· $35M
Leadership Team
Larry Liu
Founder & CEO
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