Engineering Technician

AptarGroup, Inc.; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous paid maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

AptarGroup, Inc. in Eatontown, NJ is seeking an Engineering Technician. This role involves maintaining and repairing electrical and electro-mechanical production machinery, with a focus on ensuring their proper operation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3-5 years of hands-on experience. The position includes competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and 401k.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years hands-on experience with packaging/assembly equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and troubleshoot electrical schematics.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot, and maintain high-speed production equipment.
• Upgrade electrical and electronic controls on production equipment.
• Document processes and procedures for maintenance.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Maintenance management software

SAP

Job description

Job Opportunity - Engineering Technician

This position will report to the Maintenance Supervisor. It will be based in Eatontown, NJ and is responsible for maintaining electrical and electro‑mechanical production machinery to ensure proper operation within set specifications, and for referring advanced troubleshooting or repair tasks to a Maintenance Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, electronic, pneumatic and mechanical components of high‑speed production equipment. Perform repairs or rebuild spare parts for production equipment.
• Upgrade electrical and electronic controls on production equipment, including design, fabrication, installation, programming, and implement machine improvements as part of the process.
• Review processes for approval and initiate process improvements. Document processes and procedures for maintenance and machine instructions.
• Overhaul machinery to original operating condition and work with the Engineering team to design new equipment or upgrade current equipment. Assemble, install, and debug machinery built in‑house.
• Supply detailed purchasing requests for necessary repair parts and Engineering projects.
• Design, build, test, and training equipment for electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic devices, write operational/troubleshooting manuals, and develop and deliver training programs/material to new and existing mechanics.
• Use maintenance management software and computer to define PM requirements for production.
• Prioritize and develop schedules for assigned projects and daily activities, and track timely completion against objectives.
• Ship and receive U.S. and international component parts. Develop and enter maintenance tasks and work orders into SAP.
• Provide technical support in root‑cause failure analysis for significant production and support system issues and investigations.

Qualifications

• Education: Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Experience:
  • Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems.
  • Mechanical skills/aptitude (as determined by testing).
  • Minimum 3‑5 years hands‑on packaging/assembly equipment experience with strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to lead a small group on project assignments.
  • Ability to read, understand, and troubleshoot electrical schematics, blueprint drawings, PLC RLL and create PLC programs (Siemens, Allen Bradley).
  • Physical requirements: able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, and lift 30% of shift, reach above shoulder 20%, stand, walk, lift, bend, crawl, stoop continuously, stand 50%, walk 50%, bend 30% of shift.
  • Must have good vision for visual inspection duties.
  • Must hear warning signals and verbal alerts to avoid injury during manufacturing process.
  • Must work well as a member of a team, high energy level, work under pressure.
  • Must discern shades of color and color differences relating to component parts used in the manufacturing process.

Benefits

• An exciting, diverse and value‑based working environment.
• Award‑winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance‑based bonus plan.
• Innovative benefits plan, which includes 401k, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.

Location

Eatontown, NJ.

EEO Statement

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.