Manufacturing Operations Trainee

Mujin is a global leader in industrial automation, redefining supply chain efficiency through MujinOS—our intelligent operating system for robotics. At our core is Machine Intelligence (MujinMI), a unique approach that leverages real-time digital twins and advanced perception, planning, and control algorithms to achieve fully autonomous operations.

Our flagship product, MujinController, empowers users with a highly configurable, no-code interface. By integrating cutting-edge motion planning and computer vision, it enables seamless automation for complex applications such as palletizing, picking, and truck unloading.

Headquartered in Japan with a growing presence in the US, China, and Europe, we invite you to join a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of automation.

About the Program

This role is designed for candidates who want to build a long-term career in manufacturing and operations engineering.

As a Manufacturing Operations Trainee, you will join our production team and gain hands-on experience across manufacturing, testing, and quality control. Throughout the program, you will receive education support and mentorship, including guidance on what to learn and where to find relevant learning materials, to develop the technical skills required for an Operations Engineer role.

The trainee program runs for 12 months and includes: 

• Learning support tailored to individual skill gaps, including textbooks, online courses, and other learning resources
• Weekly check-ins and mentorship from experienced engineers
• Hands-on training in manufacturing and testing operations
• Progress evaluations at 6 and 12 months

Upon successfully completing the program and passing the final 12-month evaluation, you will be converted to a permanent employee (Seishain) and transition into an Operations Engineer role. This transition will be reflected in both your responsibilities and compensation.

About the Role

You will contribute to manufacturing activities and help ensure that high-quality products are delivered to customers. Working closely with engineers, suppliers, and production partners, you will gain practical experience in manufacturing operations, troubleshooting, and engineering problem-solving.

This role offers exposure to quality control, production processes, hardware troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop operating instructions for production activities.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in good and safe working conditions.
• Investigate hardware failures of returned products.
• Perform testing and inspections on finished products to ensure product quality.
• Collaborate with design engineers and suppliers to identify and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Follow the 5S methodology in production and keep improving the existing system.
• Work with outsourced services, introducing manufacturing processes to them and working out production plans.
• Manage inventory of raw materials, finished products, and non-conforming products.
• Support the development of manual and automated tools to increase test or manufacturing efficiency.
• Support product validation process, perform on-site and off-site tests, and document test results.
• Lab inventory control and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

Must

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Strong interest in manufacturing, hardware, and engineering operations
• Comfortable working hands-on with electrical, mechanical, and testing equipment
• Ability to use common electrical measurement tools such as oscilloscopes and multimeters

Preferred

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in a testing or laboratory environment
• PCB assembly or testing experience
• Experience troubleshooting hardware or electromechanical systems

Language

• English work proficiency, or
• Japanese work proficiency with English reading and writing skills

Employment Eligibility 

• Candidates must currently reside in Japan.
• Candidates who do not currently have full-time work authorization must be eligible to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) for full-time employment in Japan.

Why Join Us

• Guided development program with a clear path to becoming an Operations Engineer
• Guaranteed conversion to permanent employment upon successful completion of the program
• Hands-on experience across manufacturing, quality, testing, and product development
• Direct mentorship from experienced engineers
• Opportunity to work with both domestic and international suppliers
• Exposure to real-world engineering challenges in a fast-growing technology environment
• Collaborative and multicultural workplace where you can develop both technical and professional skills

Location

3-8-5 Tatsumi, Koto-Ku, Tokyo 135-0053, Japan

Work Hours

8:45 - 17:45 (with a 60-minute break)

Salary

• Based on experience and skills
• Salary revision twice a year
• Additional bonuses are available based on performance

Holidays

• Every Saturday and Sunday
• Annual paid leaves
• Maternity leave and Childcare leave
• Flex Holiday (take public holidays on days of your choice)
• Other holidays as defined by the company

Company Benefits

• Flexible dress code policy
• Commuting allowance
• Japanese Social Security (Health Insurance, Pension, Labor Insurance)
• Monthly team dinner support
• Free buffet lunch every workday
• Free vending machines (offering drinks and snacks)
• High-end coffee machine
• Exclusive Employee Gym Access