Factory Maintenance Assistant

Blue Nile•New York, NY

2d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

R2Net is a diamond bridal jewelry company with a technology soul. R2Net Inc. is an innovative technology company that provides e-commerce and supply chain platforms to connect the entire span of the diamond industry’s ecosystem, including manufacturers, retailers, and consumers. We are hiring a Factory Maintenance Assistant to support the factory through regular machinery maintenance, tool and supplies management, and support through environmental monitoring.

Requirements

Prior experience as a shop assistant in a jewelry studio or another manufacturing environment
Familiarity with 5S and Lean practices for workspace organization and inventory management
Highly organized, proactive and detail-oriented
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting equipment such as: laser welders, laser engravers, steamers, tumblers, compressed air systems, torch systems.
Able to follow written instructions provided by equipment manufacturers (manuals, data sheets, emails, or other written documentation) to perform maintenance of equipment.
Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; comfortable using computers and basic office software
Works efficiently with a sense of urgency and strong follow-through
Clear, proactive communicator
Strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude

Responsibilities

Perform routine and as-needed maintenance on tools and machinery, including: Completing scheduled preventive maintenance, Diagnosing equipment issues as they arise, Coordinating with external service vendors for repairs, support and supply of replacement parts
Maintain the shop and workstations to ensure they remain clean, organized, and safe.
Manage inventory of tools and consumables to prevent shortages
Submit purchase request promptly for supplies, tools and replacement parts
Receive purchased items and properly stock them into inventory
Set up and break down workstations as needed to support production
Perform monthly water sampling according to established company procedures
Make local supply runs as needed to purchase tools, parts, and materials from nearby vendors.
Support general factory operations; perform additional duties assigned based on business needs.