Lead Maintenance Technician

Cibo Vita; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

401K

PTO

Company Paid Holidays

Career advancement and training

Job summary

Cibo Vita in Totowa, NJ, seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician (2nd or 3rd shift) to join our Engineering team and sustain fast-paced production. You will repair, maintain, and optimize equipment, working with the Maintenance Supervisor to drive reliability and quality across the facility.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance (food experience preferred), strong electrical/mechanical skills, CMMS familiarity, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical components, pneumatics, hydraulics, and troubleshooting.
• Read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and manuals.
• Familiar with CMMS systems and safety standards (OSHA).
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks and safety checks on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues, identify root causes, and repair promptly.
• Install or relocate machinery to support production needs.
• Follow manuals and specifications; ensure OSHA and safety compliance.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate status to leadership.
• Support continuous improvement of equipment performance and reliability.

Skills

Maintenance management

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

CMMS familiarity

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PLCs

VFDs

Control panels

Automation troubleshooting

Job description

About Us:

At Cibo Vita, innovation drives everything we do. Based in Totowa, NJ, we craft premium healthy snacks under the Nature’s Garden brand, combining quality ingredients with creative flavor and function. Our products are designed to support wellness, sustainability, and better snacking choices-helping consumers “Snack With Purpose.”

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Lead Maintenance Technician (2nd or 3rd shift) to join our Engineering team and support our fast-paced food manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining production and quality by ensuring the efficient operation, repair, and upkeep of machinery and equipment across the facility. You will work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to troubleshoot issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement of the production process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance tasks, safety checks, and mechanical repairs on all production equipment. Conduct routine preventive maintenance and service on machinery according to established schedules.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues by observing equipment operation, identifying root causes, and performing corrective repairs.
• Install, adjust, or relocate machinery and equipment as needed to support production needs.
• Interpret and work from sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Ensure equipment and infrastructure meet OSHA and local safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment by following all safety procedures and regulations.
• Document maintenance activities and communication equipment status to supervisors and production leadership.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
• Maintain technical knowledge by participating in ongoing training and learning opportunities.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma

Requirements:

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing or CPG strongly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical components, pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience repairing motors, belts, chains, bearings, sensors, valves, and production equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of food safety practices, and safe machine operation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond quickly to equipment issues.
• Basic computer skills for entering work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, control panels, and automation troubleshooting.
• Experience with CMMS systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
• Ability to continuously lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, twist, and walk throughout the shift
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift 8-10+ hours.
• Ability to work in production environments with varying temperatures.
• Comfortable working around machinery, conveyors, and industrial equipment.

What do we offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• PTO
• Company Paid Holidays
• Career advancement and training