1st Shift Maintenance Technician

WMFHA; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WMFHA is seeking a Maintenance Technician (1st Shift) to support reliability and efficiency of our manufacturing operations. The role focuses on maintaining plant equipment, troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, and supporting automation controls.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment preferred.
• Experience with Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal and Allen Bradley RS5000 software highly preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical docs.
• Familiarity with SAP and CMMS preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong organizational skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work 1st shift 6AM-3PM.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of plant machinery to maximize uptime.
• Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Manage PLC programs and instrumentation configuration.
• Support automation systems using Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal and Allen Bradley RSLogix/RS5000 platforms.
• Interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings to resolve issues.
• Assist with wiring and installation of control panels.
• Diagnose mechanical/electrical malfunctions using testing tools.
• Maintain motors, conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and related equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections and monitor safety systems.
• Collaborate with Operations and Process Engineering to improve performance.
• Identify process improvements with production staff.
• Use CMMS to create, update, and close work orders.
• Ensure maintenance follows safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support reliability, continuous improvement, and lean initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal

Allen Bradley RSLogix/RS5000

SAP

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Maintenance Technician / Controls Specialist to support the ongoing reliability, performance, and efficiency of our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for maintaining plant equipment, troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, supporting automation controls, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the facility. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of plant machinery, building systems, and production equipment to ensure maximum operational uptime.
• Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities on a wide range of manufacturing equipment and support systems.
• Upload, download, configure, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and associated process instrumentation.
• Support and maintain automation systems utilizing Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal and Allen Bradley RSLogix/RS5000 platforms.
• Interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Assist with the assembly, wiring, and installation of machinery control panels in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions using precision testing and measurement tools.
• Maintain and repair motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and other production-related equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections and daily maintenance rounds, including monitoring and supporting fire protection and safety systems.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Process Engineering, and fellow Maintenance team members to improve equipment performance and production efficiency.
• Engage with production employees to identify opportunities for process improvements and operational enhancements.
• Utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to create, update, document, and close work orders accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in compliance with company safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support plant initiatives related to reliability, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Strong experience with Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal and Allen Bradley RS5000 software highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with SAP and computerized maintenance management systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work 1st shift hours from 6AM - 3PM