Electro Mechanical Technician - nights

Church & Dwight; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 54,552 - 56,826; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Church & Dwight is seeking an Electro Mechanical Technician for their Lakewood, NJ facility. This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing various electrical and mechanical systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, producing well-known consumer products.

Candidates must possess significant experience in industrial electrical work, particularly in a manufacturing setting, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company match, and participation in employee stock purchase plans.

Qualifications

• Must have strong knowledge of electrical systems and mechanical principles.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
• Experience with preventative maintenance schedules.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment.
• Perform diagnostics on electronic control components.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on plant equipment.

Skills

Electrical power and control knowledge

AC and DC motors knowledge

PLC programming skills

Ability to read schematics

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

Minimum five years as an industrial electrician

Experience in fast paced manufacturing

Tools

Electrical measuring instruments

Forklift operation skills

Job description

About the Opportunity

Electro Mechanical Technician

Shifts Vary

$39.60 - $41.25 per hour

Come join our Lakewood, NJ facility where we manufacture products such as Therabreath, A&H Toothpaste, Orajel, Nair, Arrid and A&H Deodorant.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical, electronic systems, control and components of industrial machines, tools and production/utility equipment.
• Perform diagnostic tests, repair or replace electronic control or related components on industrial equipment, tools and other related production equipment.
• Plan layout of wiring and install wiring, conduit and electrical apparatus in machinery and buildings.
• Diagnose, repair and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment, including but not limited to seals, gaskets and bearings on motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.
• Perform PLC system troubleshooting for production machinery and equipment. Programming ability a plus.
• Troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drive (VFD).
• Perform low and high voltage installations.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical circuits.
• Creation of basic panel layout drawings and panel construction.
• When necessary, make modifications in electronic control systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform routine electrical and mechanical inspections, repairs and maintenance on plant equipment (i.e. emergency lighting, motors, switchgear, smoke detectors, etc.).
• Adhere to department's GMP's, SOP's and JSA's procedure and policy requirements.
• Participate in all job related safety training and personally comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Wear appropriate PPE and adhere to safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of electrical power and control, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical principles.
• Must have strong working knowledge of AC and DC motors, PLC's, relay control and analog control systems.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledge to troubleshoot causes of operating errors and decide the best course of action to fix.
• Must be proficient using all electrical measuring instruments.
• Ability to install equipment, machines, controls, conduit and wiring.
• Ability to repair machines or systems using the required tools.
• Ability to understand, direct and/or perform routine calibrations.
• Must have working knowledge of lockout/tag out procedures, NEC rules and regulations.
• Must have ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Must have good teamwork and communication skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must have computer skills necessary to interface with machinery programs.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Black seal boiler operator license desirable or ability to obtain one.

Education & Experience

Minimum five (5) years as an industrial electrician (approx. 70% of position requirement) with mechanical equipment repair (approx. 30% of position requirement).

Candidates must be able to speak to their work experiences in fast paced manufacturing facilities; preferably in consumer product goods, food or pharmaceutical industries.

Applicants will demonstrate their willingness to work in compliance with regulatory agencies and be able to speak to FDA/GMP requirements.

Physical Requirements

Job will require to work from lifts, ladders, scaffolds and roofs in order to install, maintain or repair electrical/mechanical equipment, controls and wiring work.

Benefits

As a Church & Dwight US employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $39.60 - $41.25 per hour and is also eligible for a bonus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.