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Will require up to 50% travel to different Sojo plants and facilities. * This person needs to have an innovative, forward-looking mindset about technology while having hands-on experience without ego.

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What is a sojo?

A Sojo (short for Social Journalist) is a professional who creates and curates content focused on social issues, community stories, and advocacy topics. They often work in digital media, nonprofits, or grassroots organizations to amplify voices and drive awareness. Sojos combine traditional journalism skills with social media engagement and storytelling techniques to reach a broad audience. Their goal is to inform, inspire action, and foster meaningful discussions on critical societal topics.

What does a sojo do?

A typical workday for a Sojo involves cleaning and preparing guest rooms to meet the property's standards, restocking amenities, changing linens, and reporting maintenance issues. Sojo staff often work in teams to ensure rooms are ready for check-in by set deadlines, with coordination and communication being vital to daily operations. The role may include specific responsibilities like deep cleaning certain areas or assisting with laundry services, depending on property size. Work schedules can vary, commonly including morning or afternoon shifts, especially during periods of high occupancy. Teamwork and time management are key to successfully completing daily tasks and contributing to a positive guest experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sojo?

To succeed as a Sojo (hotel or guesthouse cleaner in Japan), attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and reliability are essential, with on-the-job training usually provided rather than formal qualifications. Familiarity with cleaning tools, basic safety procedures, and time management systems is important for efficiency. Good communication, teamwork, and a positive attitude help build rapport with colleagues and ensure smooth shifts. These competencies ensure that rooms are kept to a high standard, guests are satisfied, and overall operations run seamlessly.

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Automation Process Engineer

Redlands, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

Role: Automation Process Engineer 

Location: Redland, CA - onsite

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

The Automation Process Engineer helps improve and scale factory automation. You’ll work on developing and fixing factory equipment and make sure machines run smoothly in the plant. You’ll support multiple sites and be part of a national engineering team.

Responsibilities

  • Improve equipment and processes to make factory work better and faster.
  • Help bring new machines into the plant and make sure they work well.
  • Guide and support automation technicians.
  • Work with other engineers to share best practices and solve problems.
  • Use data to find ways to improve machine performance and production.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and quality teams.
  • Make sure all work follows safety rules.
  • Lead setting up and fixing manufacturing lines at different locations, with travel up to 50%.

Basic Skills

  • 2–10 years working in engineering or operations.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
  • Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other improvement methods.
  • Experience with FANUC robot programming and Allen Bradley PLCs or similar.
  • Good communication skills and able to work well with different teams.
  • Able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
  • Experience fixing factory equipment like robots, conveyors, and packaging machines.
  • Safety awareness for factory work.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • Willing to travel up to 50%.

Preferred

  • Strong skills in engineering analysis.
  • Good with Microsoft Office and data tools like Excel or Power BI.
  • Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar.
  • Key focus on controls and automation with mechanical engineering background. Allen Bradley PLC knowledge preferred.
  • Robotics and FANUC experience a plus.
  • Ideal fit would be someone who has worked on systems integration or worked for OEM on projects.
  • Job duties include 50% plant-level engineering to manage change and implement automation, and 50% looking at future of automation and plan out process improvements.
  • Will require up to 50% travel to different Sojo plants and facilities.
  • This person needs to have an innovative, forward-looking mindset about technology while having hands-on experience without ego.