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Wow Bao

Brings restaurant-quality Asian snacks nationwide

Electro-Mechanical Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
No salary listed
Entry
Forest City, NC, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems in manufacturing equipment.
  • Install and maintain components such as switches, circuits, motors, and other machinery.
  • Perform preventive maintenance tasks to avoid breakdowns and minimize downtime.
  • Use hand and power tools, as well as computers and software, to examine and fix issues.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance work performed and inventory of spare parts.
  • Operate machinery during test runs and inspections to ensure proper functionality.
  • Collaborate with other departments to determine solutions to complex issues.
  • Identify potential safety hazards and take appropriate measures to prevent accidents.
  • Follow established safety procedures and regulations at all times.
  • Assist with the installation, setup, and calibration of new equipment or upgrades.
  • Train new technicians and operators on the proper use and maintenance of machinery.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Experience with 480V three-phase, 240V three-phase, and 110V single-phase electrical systems.
  • Must be able to work second-shift hours.
  • Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the production facility.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
  • Must be able to work in various environments, including cold environments for extended periods.
  • Must use protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection.
  • Must have manual dexterity to handle tools and parts.
  • Must be able to work occasional overtime, including weekends, based on production schedules.
Responsibilities
  • Install, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems within the manufacturing environment.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues using multimeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, and hand and power tools.
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and minimize downtime.
  • Ensure safety and maintain accurate documentation of maintenance work.
  • Collaborate with other departments and continue learning.
  • Work full-time at the Forest City, North Carolina food manufacturing facility.
  • Work Monday through Friday; work times may be flexible based on business needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in food manufacturing.
  • Experience with TIG and STIG welding.

About the company

Wow Bao creates and distributes restaurant-quality Asian street food snacks, focusing on bao, dumplings, and potstickers. Their products are sold as frozen items and distributed across multiple channels, including grocery stores (in more than 15,000 locations), restaurants, airports, stadiums, virtual kitchens, amusement parks, and vending machines. Buyers heat the frozen snacks at home or in on-site locations, delivering a convenient, ready-to-heat experience that mirrors restaurant flavors. The company differentiates itself through its rapid, multi-channel expansion and a track record of strong partnerships with major retailers, plus recognition as Fast Casual’s No. 1 brand twice. Wow Bao’s goal is to deliver bold, bold-flavored, restaurant-quality Asian cuisine to everyday moments and keep expanding its omni-channel footprint to bring its “WOW” moment to more consumers.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2003

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What believers are saying

  • North Carolina approved 88 jobs and $6.45 million investment in April 2025.
  • Wow Bao says retail expanded from 300 to 4,000 stores since 2023.
  • The brand targets Target, Kroger, and Costco, lifting national freezer penetration.

What critics are saying

  • Forest City's first plant must hit startup targets after September 2025.
  • Retail growth depends on crowded frozen-bao aisles against Nestlé and private label.
  • A slower app or virtual-kitchen shift would collapse the brand's growth story.

What makes Wow Bao unique

  • Wow Bao combines 700+ virtual kitchens with 6,000+ grocery doors.
  • Its first company-operated Forest City plant centralizes production, packing, and distribution.
  • App-led loyalty, Roblox, and Lunchbox tie restaurant orders to grocery sales.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Discount Programs

Company News

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May 21st, 2025
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Wow Bao invests $6.45M to open Asian street food manufacturing facility in North Carolina The new facility will increase production capacity and expand Wow Bao's reach across the country.

Intelligence360 News
May 12th, 2025
Wow Bao To Spend $6.45 Million To Expand In Forest City North Carolina Creating 88 New Jobs.

Wow Bao to spend $6.45 Million to expand in Forest City North Carolina creating 88 new jobs. Wow Bao to spend $6.45 Million to expand in Forest City North Carolina creating 88 new jobs.Forest City, North Carolina — According to state and local development sources, Wow Bao plans to invest $6,450,000.00 to build out new space in Forest City. The company is creating 88 new jobs at this facility. The company plans to occupy the new space in Forest City, on or about November 1, 2025. According to the company website At Wow Bao, we believe lifes too short for boring food. Thats why were on a mission to reinvent the Asian Street Food experience bringing bold, unforgettable flavor to every bao, dumpling, and potsticker we make

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Apr 15th, 2025
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Food Processing
Apr 15th, 2025
Wow Bao to Build First Company-Operated Processing Plant in North Carolina

Wow Bao to build first company-operated Processing plant in North Carolina.

Sinclair Broadcast Group
Apr 14th, 2025
Fast-growing snack brand picks WNC for new $6.45 million manufacturing hub

Wow Bao, a fast-growing Asian street food snack company, will be building a new facility in Forest City, bringing 88 jobs to Rutherford County.