Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Loyalty Rules; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NJ license premium

Job summary

Kellanova is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for its Blue Anchor, NJ plant. You will work with a collaborative team to keep production lines running and to improve machinery and maintenance processes.

Starting pay is $31.55–$35.72 per hour, with NJ Refrigeration/Boiler license bonuses added per hour for licensed hires. You will gain proficiency in specialized equipment and automation systems, with opportunities for certifications and training to further your skills while keeping

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with troubleshooting and maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment in a manufacturing setting.
• Willingness to work day or night shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Set up machines and perform changeovers to support production.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Date: Aug 29, 2026

Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Country/Region: US

State: NJ

City: Blue Anchor

Workplace: Onsite

Title: Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Description:

Join us as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in our Blue Anchor, NJ plant. You'll collaborate with our team to keep our plant running smoothly, and continuously improve our machinery and maintenance department! We currently have openings on our day and night shift teams with a starting rate of $31.55-$35.72. New Jersey State Refrigeration/Boiler Licenses will be paid an additional per hour as follows: Black/Blue $1.50; Black/Blue/Red $3.00; Black/Blue/Red/Gold $4.50. New hires have one year from their hire date to obtain license from the State of NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will be performing routine maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery and equipment. At Kellanova, we encourage collaboration with other team members to keep production lines running smoothly. In this role you will acquire proficiency in specialized equipment and automation systems, all while having the chance to pursue certifications or additional training to further enhance your skills.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Conducting Preventative Maintenance – Perform basic troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment – your excellence will be the key to keeping production moving smoothly.
• Ensuring Performance Efficiency – Manage machine performance by doing equipment set-up and change-overs. You’ll facilitate production and quickly respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Following Best Practices – Understand, follow and enforce all established guidelines. Your attention to detail will ensure compliance with all safety, health, quality and company policies, procedures and recognized practices. You’ll help us keep delivering success, one waffle at a time.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High school diploma or GED.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs and complete repetitive tasks throughout the day.
• Experience with troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment in a manufacturing setting.

What’s Next

All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance.
• Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available.
• Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis.
• See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Get to Know Us

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here , and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here .