Line Maintenance Mechanic

Torrey Holistics; Harrison (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

EAS Direct Hire is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for a high-volume manufacturing facility in New Jersey. This 3rd shift role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment to maximize uptime and ensure safe operations.

Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment installations, and coordination with production personnel and contractors. Must read P&IDs and schematics; prior PLC experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, manuals, and layouts.
• Experience in two of: Electrical systems, Mechanical systems, Refrigeration, Plumbing, Food-m manufacturing process controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC-related issues.
• Assist with major equipment overhauls, system rebuilds, and installations.
• Coordinate repairs with production and contractors to minimize downtime.
• Operate maintenance tools and equipment safely and maintain organized work areas.
• Document work and equipment status in the CMMS.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

P&IDs understanding

Electrical schematics reading

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Equipment diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Electrical test equipment

PLC knowledge

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician – 3rd ShiftEAS Direct Hire is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for a high-volume manufacturing facility. This hands-on position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment to maximize uptime and support safe, reliable operations.Shift and CompensationShift: 3rd ShiftHours: 10:00 PM–6:30 AMWeekend availability: RequiredHourly pay: $36.00–$37.25, based on experienceKey ResponsibilitiesPerform advanced preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on production equipment.Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC-related problems.Complete or assist with major equipment overhauls, system rebuilds, and equipment installations.Work closely with production personnel and outside contractors to coordinate repairs and minimize operational disruptions.Safely operate forklifts, lifts, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and other maintenance machinery.Accurately document completed work, equipment conditions, and maintenance activities in the computerized maintenance management system.Communicate equipment issues, repair status, and follow-up needs electronically with maintenance and production team members.Maintain clean, safe, and organized maintenance work areas.Follow all GMP requirements, safety procedures, company policies, and applicable regulatory standards.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.At least three years of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience involving industrial or manufacturing machinery, or five years of equivalent relevant experience.Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, equipment manuals, and machine layout drawings.Experience in at least two of the following areas:Electrical systemsMechanical systemsRefrigerationPlumbingFood-manufacturing process controlsKnowledge of industrial equipment setup, functionality, operating procedures, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance practices.Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, plan work effectively, and respond to urgent equipment issues.Must be at least 18 years old.Must be available to work the third-shift schedule and weekends as required.