Robot Operator

Robot Operator

Osmo is a digital olfaction company, on a mission to give computers a sense of smell to improve the health and wellbeing of human life. Why? Our sense of smell both enriches and saves lives, and has a deep and direct connection to our emotions and memory.

Olfactory Intelligence has applications across industries including fragrance, manufacturing, security, medicine, and more. We believe in the power of automation and thoughtfully applied AI/ML to solve problems beyond the reach of human intuition alone. Osmo is headquartered in Elizabeth, NJ, with an additional office in Somerville, MA.

Osmo is seeking a robot operator to join our engineering & automation team. In this role, you'll be responsible for operating and monitoring our robotic dispensing systems, executing setup and changeovers, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with the team to keep things running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate robotic dispensing system in alignment with work orders and production schedule
• Execute setup, changeover, calibration, and validation of robot workflows
• Monitor robot performance, ensure accuracy, defect anomalies, and take corrective action or escalate as needed
• Perform routine checks, cleaning, and basic preventative maintenance on automated dosing robot
• Work with software and hardware handoffs (e.g. MES interface, PLCs, conveyors) to ensure smooth transition and process integration
• Log production metrics, downtime events, and issues, and support root-cause follow-up
• Maintain standard operation procedures (SOPs) and reference documents; suggest updates when needed
• Coordinate with vendors and spare parts inventory to minimize downtime
• Adhere to safe procedures (lockout/tag out, PPE, interlock) and quality standard

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a manufacturing/production or automated equipment operating environment
• Mechanical aptitude. Able to work with tools and equipment
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, SOPs, and process flows
• Good communication skills and ability to work functionally
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Fragrance Manufacturing experience is a plus

Hourly Rate: $22.11-$27.80

If this role inspires you we'd encourage you to apply. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining an incredible team optimized for a diversity of thought, background, and approaches. For all full-time employees, compensation is just one component of Osmo's total rewards approach, which is designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our team members. Depending on the role, this may include base salary or contract-based pay, along with access to health, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; flexible paid time off and company holidays; and equity or incentive compensation for eligible roles. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, internal equity, and other relevant business considerations. Osmo regularly reviews pay ranges and compensation structures to ensure they remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with current market data.

All employment decisions and responsibilities are determined based on current ability and your ability to grow, without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Osmo does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Osmo or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by the Osmo Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Osmo and Osmo will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire