Line Production Mechanic

Zing Recruiting; New Jersey; On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Multiple shifts available

Stable manufacturing environment

Growth opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Immediate openings

Job summary

Zing Recruiting is hiring 10 Line Production Mechanics for a fast-paced manufacturing operation in Wharton, NJ.

Join a growing team and help keep production running through preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and quick response to downtime across 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts. Training on 1st shift, with opportunities for growth and a stable work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial maintenance or production maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems including conveyors, motors, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and reading mechanical drawings/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and basic electrical issues.
• Repair conveyors, motors, gearboxes, chains, bearings, belts, pumps and valves.
• Perform machine changeovers, equipment adjustments and line support.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, manuals and schematics.
• Complete work orders and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO, GMP and company policies.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance experience

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Overtime readiness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

Join a Growing Manufacturing Team!ZING is hiring 10 Line Production Mechanics to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation in Wharton, NJ.

Wharton, NJ
$27.00 - $30.00 per hour (based on experience)

Current Openings

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM | 3 openings
• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM | 3 openings
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM | 4 openings

Training will be completed on 1st Shift before transitioning to your assigned shift.

If you enjoy troubleshooting equipment, keeping production running, and working in a hands‑on manufacturing environment, we'd love to speak with you.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues.
• Repair conveyors, motors, gearboxes, chains, bearings, belts, pumps, valves, and related production equipment.
• Perform machine changeovers, equipment adjustments, and production line support.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, manuals, and schematics.
• Complete work orders and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), GMP, and company policies.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial maintenance, maintenance mechanic, production maintenance, or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems.
• Experience with conveyors, motors, bearings, chains, gearboxes, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience is preferred.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.

Why Join ZING?

• Competitive pay
• Multiple shifts available
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Growth opportunities
• Team-oriented culture
• Immediate openings

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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Company Description

Zing Recruiting is dedicated to delivering candidates and client’s alike a great experience for each unique position. We specialize in finding dedicated professionals with the education, talent, and fresh perspectives – professionals at the top of their game. Professionals who have what it takes to be competitive and innovative in today’s market. We work to match candidates needs and requirements to our clients’ requirements and expectations. We work to find the right “fit” for both candidate and client.