Welcome to the future of coffee. Cometeer features the best beans from world-class roasters, brewed better through science, and frozen in a peak-state of coffee deliciousness. Delivered in a tiny recyclable capsule, all you have to do is melt it with hot water (or ice water, or oat milk). Think pour over quality, pajama convenience. With a mission to elevate how the world consumes coffee, we recognize that our greatest strength lies in our people.

At Cometeer, we foster a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and respect, where every team member’s unique perspective and contributions drive our success. We are passionate about building an environment where individuals thrive, innovate, and feel empowered to make an impact. Join us in revolutionizing an industry while celebrating the people who make it all possible.

The Role:

Cometeer is looking for a thorough, organized professional with a practical mind, hands on experience, attention to detail, and a focus on safety. The Maintenance Lead will be responsible for managing the Maintenance Department at Cometeer’s Gloucester, MA Manufacturing Factory, with Maintenance Technicians reporting directly to this position. This individual will report to the Factory Engineering / Maintenance Sr. Manager and work closely with the Facilities, Operations, Quality, and Engineering team.

Ultimately, this role will provide technical and organizational leadership to the Maintenance Technicians and Operations Team to ensure equipment uptime and efficiency. This is a technical function supporting daily firefights and preventative maintenance but organizational skills are key trait to the success of this role. Proficiency with Google Suite of business applications to plan and make data driven decisions is a must. This role has upper mobility potential to a Maintenance Supervisor/Manager Role, or Engineering Path.

Cometeer is dedicated to the growth and development of this individual with onsite and external training to ensure our internal resources are equipped with the skills and tools to be successful!

What you’ll do:

Lead technical troubleshooting, conduct preventive maintenance (PM), and reactive repairs on more than one of these types of equipment:
- Mechanical systems, conveyor systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, servo motors, robotics, and liquid process systems

Leverage data collection / analysis to measure, troubleshoot, and improve system performance
Develop, maintain, and report on process, equipment and resource efficiency KPIs
Lead morning kickoff and weekly team planning meeting for the Maintenance Department
Develop and manage preventative maintenance program, create and schedule Maintenance work orders through our electronic work order computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) system, MaintainX
- Develop and maintain maintenance job instructions utilizing equipment manuals, industry experience, and lessons learned
- Schedule maintenance activities in coordination with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Warehouse, Facilities, and Sanitation Departments
Train and maintain Maintenance Team developmental growth plans
Order and maintain spares inventories and manage spend against team budget by utilizing MaintainX
Source and manage vendor relationships for components and services
Support equipment selection for continuous improvement and capacity capital project
- Install, assemble and test new machines and equipment; understand and comply with workplace safety and quality regulations
- Support design and fabricate, assemble, and integrate prototypes with direction from Engineering and Operations team for R&D and continuous improvement projects
Responsibility for maintenance shop safety, documentation, and organization
Work Cross-Functionally with other key departments to be the liaison in owning/closing of action items, gaps, or required improvements with the Maintenance Team

What we’re looking for:

3-5 + years of experience working in a maintenance/technical capacity with production manufacturing equipment
High School Diploma or equivalent industrial training or certification
Hands on experience working with and troubleshooting electromechanical systems
Ability to analyze problems and error conditions, identify root causes, and implement viable long-term solutions - specifically using data driven decision making
Good communication skills cross functionally with various departments (Quality, Operations, Engineering, etc.)
Experience with spare part sourcing, ordering, and vendor management
Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical assembly drawings
Understanding of Industrial Electrical Safety Hazards, and requirements to maintain a safe workplace
Proficient with pneumatics-solenoid valves, actuators, controls, and can read schematics
Advanced understanding of general maintenance foundations, procedures, and techniques
Ability to work independently but also lead a small team
Well organized and have the ability to prioritize tasks
Physical stamina to handle a full shift of active work on their feet, ability to lift up to 50lbs
Ability to work off-shifts - as needed

Preferred:

5+ years hands on experience working with electromechanical systems (food/bev manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or CPG Experience preferred)
Engineering Associate's degree, vocational program, technical Apprenticeship or other formal technical accreditation(s)
Allen Bradley or other controls automation experience
Mill, lathe, or other machining/fabrication experience
Solidworks, AutoCAD, or other CAD experience
Experience working with a quality management system in a regulated industry
Experience working with a Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) platform (MaintainX)
Love for Coffee!

Other Physical Responsibilities and Working Conditions:

Routinely traverse production floor, following safety protocols
Work in a stationary position for extended periods of time (sitting or standing)
Perform tasks within manufacturing environment (work around and within heavy machinery, with loud noises at times)
Lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds

☕ Comprehensive Benefits Package

Health Insurance: Full medical, dental, and vision plans with competitive coverage options. Cometeer pays for ~80% of your medical insurance plan!
401(k) with Company Match: We invest in your future with a matching contribution up to 4%.
Equity Program: Participate in our growth with Incentive Stock Options (ISOs).
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including 15 days of annually accrued PTO, 5 sick days, plus 12 holidays (including 1 floating holiday that is prescheduled and the other which is flexible!)
Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave policy, including 8 weeks at full pay; an additional 8 weeks of short-term disability leave at full pay for delivery & recovery.
Wellness Programs: Resources to keep you at your best, from Fitness Discounts, to Mental Health Support, to our on-site gym in our Gloucester office.

Cometeer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.