Beverage Packaging Machine Tech – Keep Lines Humming

Torrey Holistics; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Union Beverage Packers, LLC is hiring for an on-site production operator to drive our high-speed beverage lines. You will start up and shut down equipment, monitor performance, and make quick adjustments to prevent downtime.

You’ll perform set-ups, troubleshoot basic faults, participate in preventive maintenance, and maintain accurate records while collaborating with Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, and Production teams. A strong mechanical aptitude and weekend availability are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with machine operation or industrial equipment.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting ability.
• Proficiency with basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime (min. 48 hours/wk).
• Comfort around moving industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery correctly and safely from start-up to shut-down.
• Continuously monitor equipment to spot issues early and prevent downtime.
• Perform set-ups, adjustments, start-ups, shut-downs, and changeovers.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical faults and perform minor repairs.
• Execute basic scheduled and unscheduled maintenance; support PM program.
• Inspect for wear, leaks, damaged parts, and report promptly.
• Read manuals, drawings, and schematics for operation.
• Work with fillers, labelers, packers, conveyors, palletizers and other assets.
• Document production and maintenance records accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, and Production teams.
• Adhere to safety, GMP, food safety, and company requirements.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical work

Manufacturing

Industrial equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Union Beverage Packers, LLC is hiring for an on-site production operator to drive our high-speed beverage lines. You will start up and shut down equipment, monitor performance, and make quick adjustments to prevent downtime.

You’ll perform set-ups, troubleshoot basic faults, participate in preventive maintenance, and maintain accurate records while collaborating with Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, and Production teams. A strong mechanical aptitude and weekend availability are required.