Facilities Technician

Corbion; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable gainshare

401K with company contribution

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Corbion in Totowa, NJ is seeking a maintenance professional to ensure equipment cleanliness and adhere to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and 3+ years in maintenance within a food or beverage manufacturing setting.

The role requires basic mechanical skills, the ability to follow safety protocols, and knowledge of CMMS systems. Benefits include paid time off, a 401K plan, and health insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance or facilities experience, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing.
• Comfortable using CMMS systems to track work orders and inventory.
• Workers must wear GMP compliant hair and beard nets, uniforms, and gloves.

Responsibilities

• Follow all GMP's, Safety, and Environmental regulations.
• Perform cleaning and sanitizing of equipment.
• Operate facility equipment such as washing machines and floor scrubbers.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Good communication skills

Ability to follow procedures and safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma or its equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Location: Totowa, NJ, US

Essential Functions

• Follow all GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices), Safety, and Environmental regulations as well as company policies.
• Perform cleaning and sanitizing of equipment per Plant Operating Standards.
• Conduct system washouts and reassembly of production equipment following company procedures.
• Operate facility equipment such as washing machines, trash compactors, cardboard compactors, powered industrial trucks, scissor lifts, boom lifts, hoists, and floor scrubbers (training provided).
• Perform janitorial duties throughout the facility, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation.
• Use hand and power tools to perform basic facility repairs.
• Accurately document activities, repairs, and parts usage in CMMS systems.
• Follow all safety protocols, including emergency procedures, PPE usage, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Assist in training new personnel and support other departments as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members via written, oral, or plant communication systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance or facilities experience; food or beverage manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand/power tools.
• Comfortable using CMMS systems to track work orders and inventory.
• Ability to follow procedures and safety protocols.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work in a team environment.
• Manufacturing plant is large, open floor areas with loud machinery, requiring some areas for workers to wear ear protection to guard against noise.
• Workers may be exposed to elevated temperatures during the summer months; and some work may be required in cold environments during winter months.
• Workers are required to wear GMP compliant hair and beard nets, company‑provided uniforms, and gloves to protect the product from possible contamination. Certain areas require respirators.
• In this position, you may be exposed to common airborne or surface food allergens—including, but not limited to, wheat, soy, eggs, dairy, and sesame—during the handling, mixing, storage, transport of materials, or when accessing the production floor.

Physical Requirements

Climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting overhead, use of fingers, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Reaches above and below the shoulders. Frequently uses hand/finger dexterity for typing. Corrected vision, speaking ability, and hearing are usually involved in performing written and verbal job functions. Frequently lift 55 pounds.

Our offer

• Variable gainshare (eligible)
• Paid time off, including company holidays
• 401K with company contribution
• Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance coverage are offered to employees and eligible dependents (provided they meet eligibility requirements)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Lifestyle and wellness benefits

Corbion is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non‑merit factors.

Corbion provides reasonable accommodation to applicants.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled