Assistant Engineer

BlackRock Resources, LLC; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackRock Resources, LLC in the Piscataway area is seeking an Assistant Engineer to support the Chief Engineer in daily maintenance operations for automated production equipment. This hands-on role emphasizes equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, parts inventory, food safety, and plant safety.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, experience maintaining automated production equipment, and the ability to organize maintenance activities while supporting

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Engineer with daily maintenance operations, equipment reliability, and facility upkeep.
• Monitor preventive maintenance programs, work orders, and emergency repairs to ensure work is completed correctly and efficiently.
• Partner with Production to address equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with Sanitation to plan and execute maintenance activities during scheduled plant shutdowns.
• Schedule and prioritize maintenance work to maximize equipment performance and reliability.
• Maintain an organized parts inventory and assist with maintenance purchasing and contractor coordination.
• Support training and development programs for maintenance employees.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on automated production equipment.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with food safety, GMP, and plant safety requirements.
• Support safety programs, employee training, and follow-up activities.
• Assist with equipment breakdowns and production floor calls as needed.
• Help organize, prioritize, and follow up on assigned maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Automated production equipment

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

CMMS familiarity

Inventory management

Maintenance planning

Shift flexibility

Tools

CMMS software

Inventory systems

Job description

Assistant Engineer
Piscataway, NJ area
Salay Range $100,000-110,000
Direct Hire

Large food manufacturing company in New Jersey is currently seeking an Assistant Engineer to support the Chief Engineer in managing daily maintenance operations.This is a hands‑on role focused on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, parts inventory, food safety, and plant safety.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, experience maintaining automated production equipment, and the ability to organize maintenance activities while supporting production and sanitation operations.

Responsibilites include:

• Assist the Chief Engineer with daily maintenance operations, equipment reliability, and facility upkeep.




• Monitor preventive maintenance programs, work orders, and emergency repairs to ensure work is completed correctly and efficiently.




• Partner with Production to address equipment issues and minimize downtime.




• Coordinate with Sanitation to plan and execute maintenance activities during scheduled plant shutdowns.




• Schedule and prioritize maintenance work to maximize equipment performance and reliability.




• Maintain an organized parts inventory and assist with maintenance purchasing and contractor coordination.




• Support training and development programs for maintenance employees.




• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on automated production equipment.




• Ensure maintenance activities comply with food safety, GMP, and plant safety requirements.




• Support safety programs, employee training, and follow-up activities.




• Assist with equipment breakdowns and production floor calls as needed.



• Help organize, prioritize, and follow up on assigned maintenance tasks.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a food manufacturing environment.




• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of automated production equipment.




• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.




• Electrical troubleshooting experience preferred.




• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics.




• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.




• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and inventory systems.



• A willingness to learn, develop new skills, and take on additional responsibilities.


• Need to be flexible with shift.