General Mechanic - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

On Target Staffing LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

On Target Staffing LLC is seeking a reliable General Mechanic for a pharmaceutical manufacturing client in East Brunswick, NJ. The role covers preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment during the third shift.

Candidates should have 2+ years in mechanical maintenance, read blueprints, and work safely under GMP/OSHA guidelines. Overnight schedule, ability to lift 50 lbs, and independent work are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in GMP-regulated environments preferred.
• Able to read equipment manuals and diagrams.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and work overnight.
• Strong troubleshooting and proactive maintenance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues.
• Repair and replace worn machine components.
• Inspect equipment to prevent failures and reduce downtime.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns during overnight shift.
• Maintain conveyors, pumps, compressors, motors, and related systems.
• Document repairs and complete maintenance work orders.
• Follow GMP and OSHA safety procedures.
• Communicate issues and updates with supervisors and teams.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Tools

CMMS

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

General Mechanic – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location: East Brunswick, NJ
Shift: Third Shift (10:15 PM – 6:15 AM)
Pay Rate: $28.00–$30.00 per hour (Depending on Experience)

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and experienced General Mechanic to join our maintenance team in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical skills, experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment, and the ability to respond quickly to equipment issues during the overnight shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues.
• Repair and replace worn or damaged machine components.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify potential equipment failures before they occur.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Maintain facility equipment, including conveyors, pumps, compressors, motors, and other mechanical systems.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and maintenance documentation.
• Complete maintenance work orders and accurately document repairs performed.
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), OSHA, and company safety procedures.
• Keep maintenance tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
• Communicate equipment concerns and maintenance updates with supervisors and production teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical, food, or packaging experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, motors, conveyors, and gearboxes.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience is preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments safely.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable working independently on an overnight shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, bend, and walk for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Technical certification in industrial maintenance or a related field is a plus.