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Refurb & Incoming Quality Specialist

WHY WE NEED YOU

WAZER re-invents waterjet cutters. Our ground-breaking small-footprint waterjet cutters bring universal cutting with digital precision to every workshop, big or tiny. Creating such a unique product line was no easy feat, but since then we have proven the product and are scaling up!


We are looking for energetic, adaptable and clever team members that can think on their feet to solve problems that pop up as well as work to continuously improve our systems and processes. Tired of being just a cog in a larger process? Take ownership of your work and help bring this product to its many eager customers, while having an opportunity for career growth and development.  

YOUR DAILY ROLE

  • You’ll check the procured parts and ensure they conform to our design specifications.
  • You’ll check the build quality of WAZER Products.
  • You’ll create inspection reports on procured parts and finished products. 
  • You’ll repair and refurbish used WAZER waterjet machines and restore their functions. 
  • You’ll analyze problems never-seen-before and test new solutions. 
  • You’ll be in charge of the refurbishment inventory and lead machine replacement with technical support team members.
  • You’ll work with product development engineers to develop solutions for short term and long term problems
  • You’ll develop repair procedures and refurbishment workflows.
  • You will be integral in building up long term systems and procedures as we grow

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Quick learner when it comes to mechanics and hands-on assemblies
  • You work on electric, hydraulic or other mechanical systems regularly
  • You are a maker, a hacker, a craftsperson, tinkerer, or generally curious and creative
  • You can observe a system, break it down, and identify what makes it work
  • You can diagnose a faulty system by analyzing its parts and subsystems. 
  • You are a patient and thorough problem-solver and not a rash solution finder
  • You are a systematic and process oriented thinker and not solution minded
  • You take pride in your attention to detail
  • You are skillful in using manual and power tools
  • You are comfortable leading feedback sessions with other team members
  • You are well-organized and willing to work independently
  • You can maintain the same level of performance under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Ability to commute to Yonkers, NY Monday through Friday

NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

  • You have used data management systems
  • You can navigate engineering drawings
  • You have done quality inspections
  • You have strong technical communication skills (verbal and written)
  • You enjoy a good brainstorm session
  • Degree/Experience in a technical area, for example architecture, engineering, industrial design, science, and metalworking, etc. 
  • Experience in Manufacturing or large-scale assembly or fabrication. 
  • While it would be great to bring on experienced talent for this role, we’ll accept any qualified candidate. If you are passionate about our mission, are good at what you do, and want to learn quickly don’t hesitate to contact us. Be open about what you don’t know and what you excel at, and we’ll do our best to evaluate this with our specific needs!

COMPENSATION

This is an hourly position at $21-$25/hr, depending on relevant experience for the position.  Employee Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days, Opportunities for Overtime, WAZER equity (stock options), Opportunity for advancement in a fast-growing company. 

LOCATION & ENVIRONMENT

We’ve located ourselves in Yonkers, NY.  You’ll be working in an environment that is simultaneously our office, ideation studio, research lab, workshop, and final product assembly center, all under one roof. This allows us to collaborate and learn each other’s area of expertise, providing better solutions to our customers. Our facility becomes a playground in the off hours. You are encouraged to design, make, and work on whatever personal projects you may have at the time. You may see brewing equipment, race car parts, plants, and art pieces around the office. Who knows what inspiration we use for the next problem we need to solve!

APPLY

To apply, write to us at careers@wazer.com with a quick explanation about why you think you would be a good fit for this role and attach your resume.  Please write “Refurbishment and Incoming Quality Technician” in the subject line. 

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