Electromechanical Reliability Technician — Vacuum Coating Systems

Ionbond - IHI Group; Rockaway (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ionbond – The Surface Engineers™ is seeking an Electromechanical Reliability Technician to support our Rockaway Coating Center in New Jersey. You will own uptime and reliability of vacuum coating and plant support equipment, performing preventive maintenance and complex troubleshooting.

You’ll document changes, work with Process Engineers, and advance reliability improvements while maintaining 5S and safety standards across the site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Education: Associate’s degree/certification in Engineering/Technical/Trade preferred; high school diploma/GED required.
• Vacuum technology exposure preferred (training provided).
• Strong troubleshooting skills, ability to perform root cause analysis, and implement durable repairs.
• Working knowledge of control systems and PLCs.
• Self-starter who can work independently and meet deadlines.
• Clear communicator with peers, management, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on coating equipment and facility systems.
• Document modifications, maintenance histories, drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Troubleshoot vacuum systems; work safely around 120/208/240/480V and high-voltage components.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement reliability improvements to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with Managers and Process Engineers to resolve process and equipment issues.
• Maintain 5S practices within assigned areas and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

PLC knowledge

Safety compliance

Self-starter

Clear communicator

Education

Associate’s degree/certification in Engineering/Technical/Trade

High school diploma/GED

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Keep Advanced Coating Equipment Running at Its Best in Rockaway, NJ

Ionbond – The Surface Engineers™ is seeking an Electromechanical Reliability Technician to support our Rockaway Coating Center. In this hands‑on role, you’ll report to the Plant Manager and own the uptime and reliability of vacuum coating and plant support equipment. If you’re strong in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, eager to learn vacuum technology (training provided), and committed to preventative maintenance and teamwork, this is your opportunity to make a visible impact.

A Day in the Life

• 8:00 AM: Review logs, prioritize scheduled PMs, and line up parts and permits.
• Mid-morning: Execute preventative maintenance on coating systems, utilities, and cleaning lines; document changes to drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Afternoon: Tackle unscheduled work—diagnose vacuum issues, work safely around high-voltage components, and get equipment back online swiftly.
• Throughout the day: Track equipment uptime and implement actions that reduce repeat failures and breakdowns.
• Anytime: Partner with the Plant Manager and Process Engineers to eliminate manufacturing interruptions and inconsistent results.
• End of shift: Update maintenance histories and 5S your work area to standard.

What You’ll Handle

• Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on coating equipment, cleaning lines, and facility machinery
• Precise documentation of modifications, maintenance histories, drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Troubleshooting of vacuum systems; safe work practices around 120/208/240/480V systems and high-voltage components
• Root cause analysis, repair planning, and reliability improvements to minimize downtime
• Real-time collaboration with Managers and Process Engineers to resolve process and equipment issues
• Ownership of 5S practices within assigned areas
• Strict adherence to safety regulations and site protocols
• Additional facility maintenance as needed

Schedule, Pay, and Travel

• Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Compensation: $32–$38 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications; paid bi-weekly
• Overtime/weekends: As required
• Travel: Occasional trips to other U.S. centers and international sites

What You Bring

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Education: Associate’s degree/certification in Engineering/Technical/Trade preferred; high school diploma/GED required
• Vacuum technology exposure preferred (we provide training)
• Strong troubleshooting skills, ability to perform root cause analysis, and implement durable repairs
• Working knowledge of control systems and PLCs
• Self‑starter who can work independently, drive projects to completion, and meet deadlines
• Clear communicator with peers, management, and suppliers—both verbally and via email

Technical Proficiencies

• Mechanical troubleshooting; mechanical systems and component repair
• Industrial electrical systems; industrial electrical experience
• 120/208/240/480 voltage systems; commercial electrical expertise
• Electrical installation, troubleshooting, and repair
• Pneumatics troubleshooting
• Powerhouse/utility operation
• Electrical schematic reading; equipment installation and wiring
• Equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting; equipment repair and maintenance
• Machine safety inspections
• Diesel & heavy equipment systems; electrical systems & diagnostics (heavy equipment)

Machines & Technologies You’ll Use

• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC): Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, Panasonic, Schneider Electric, Beckoff, Modicon, B&R Industrial Automation, Sigmatek

Why Ionbond

• International and local growth opportunities
• A diverse, team-oriented culture that thrives on innovation and customer excellence
• Competitive compensation based on experience and education
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits with affordable premiums and annual deductibles
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Safe Harbor retirement account plus company match

About Ionbond

Ionbond provides advanced coating solutions for aerospace, medical, food contact, automotive, decorative, tooling, and fuel cell applications using PVD, PACVD, and CVD technologies. With 30+ coating centers in 14 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia, we operate one of the world’s largest coating networks. Ionbond is part of the IHI Group.