Maintenance Technician at Home Chef

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Production, Meal Kit DeliveryIndustries

Requirements

Conducts all work in accordance with sound safety practices, proper work methods or procedures, and wears all required PPE
Complies with all environmental laws and regulations for chemicals, lubricants, disposal, and storage
Performs work in accordance with all quality systems requirements and fully supports Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Willing and able to conduct routine safety checks on production equipment
Ability to service and maintain production-related equipment (e.g., motors, conveyors, vibratory fillers, tub washer, flow wrapper)
Ability to install new production equipment
Provides guidance and training to machine operators to increase efficiency and reduce downtime
Reads and interprets equipment manuals to troubleshoot and assess functionality
Quickly learns to properly maintain and repair new equipment brought onsite
Executes preventative maintenance plans on all equipment as scheduled by the Maintenance Manager
Maintains records of PMs and emergency work in the CMMS for equipment history
Identifies spare parts needs and communicates with the Maintenance Manager for ordering to maintain uptime
Keeps the facility in good working order and in compliance with all safety requirements
Coordinates work orders for facility improvements and repairs (e.g., dock door and leveler repairs, plumbing, building access control)
Oversees contractors for facility repairs (e.g., air compressor, hot water heater, fire suppression system)
Documents facility work in the Home Chef CMMS to maintain history
Maintains records of compliance-related equipment (e.g., pH probes, condenser water treatment, ammonia sensors)
Keeps the maintenance shop audit-ready, including proper storage of flammable lubricants and records of critical safety equipment
Organizes shop tools and spare parts for all shifts
Communicates proactively with the Maintenance Manager about spare parts ordering
Works under pressure during emergencies

Responsibilities

Conducting all repairs and preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment
Ensuring the production team has no barriers with production equipment
Coordinating contractors for scheduled service
Conducting all work in accordance with sound safety practices, proper procedures, and wearing required PPE
Complying with environmental laws and regulations for chemicals, lubricants, disposal, and storage
Performing work per quality systems and supporting GMPs
Conducting routine safety checks on production equipment
Servicing and maintaining production equipment (e.g., motors, conveyors, vibratory fillers, tub washer, flow wrapper)
Installing new production equipment
Providing guidance and training to machine operators to increase efficiency and reduce downtime
Reading and interpreting equipment manuals for troubleshooting and functionality assessment
Learning to maintain and repair new equipment onsite
Executing preventative maintenance plans as scheduled by the Maintenance Manager
Maintaining records of PMs and emergency work in the CMMS
Identifying and communicating spare parts needs to the Maintenance Manager
Keeping the facility in good working order and safety compliant
Coordinating work orders for facility improvements and repairs
Overseeing contractors for facility repairs (e.g., air compressor, hot water heater, fire suppression system)
Documenting facility work in the CMMS
Maintaining records of compliance equipment
Ensuring the maintenance shop is audit-ready (e.g., storing flammable lubricants, maintaining safety equipment records)
Organizing shop tools and spare parts
Communicating proactively about spare parts ordering
Working under pressure during emergencies

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance

Repairs

Safety Practices

PPE

GMP

Food Safety

Quality Systems

Home Chef

Meal kit delivery service with fresh ingredients

About Home Chef

Home Chef provides a meal kit delivery service that sends fresh ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes directly to customers' homes. This service is designed for busy individuals and families who want the convenience of home-cooked meals without the need for meal planning or grocery shopping. Customers subscribe to various meal plans that cater to their dietary preferences, receiving a weekly box with pre-portioned ingredients and step-by-step instructions for preparing meals. Home Chef stands out from competitors by offering a diverse menu that includes a wide range of meal options, ensuring there is something for everyone. The company's goal is to save time and reduce the stress of meal preparation while delivering high-quality ingredients and delicious recipes, making it easier for modern households to enjoy home-cooked meals.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$55.4MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

401(k) match

Casual wear

Weekly credit toward lunch provided

Produce and snacks

Employee discount

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Fun workspace

FSA

Flexible hours

Flexible PTO

Risks

Increased competition from new meal kit services like Gobble and EveryPlate threatens market share.

Environmental concerns over plastic packaging may lead to customer backlash.

Supply chain disruptions could affect ingredient availability and quality, impacting customer satisfaction.

Differentiation

Home Chef offers diverse meal plans catering to various dietary preferences and needs.

Partnerships with popular franchises like PAW Patrol and Bluey attract families and young audiences.

Sustainability initiatives, including food rescue programs, align with growing consumer eco-consciousness.

Upsides

Rising demand for meal kits with unique dietary options boosts Home Chef's menu expansion.

Collaborations with media franchises enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.

Growing popularity of subscription services supports Home Chef's business model and customer retention.

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