Maintanence Mechanic - Second Shift (Food Manufacturing)

Rinvio Recruitment; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and optimize plant equipment in New Jersey. The role involves troubleshooting, electrical repairs, and training team members to ensure optimal performance of machinery. Candidates should have 3-5 years in food processing and must demonstrate strong communication and collaborative skills, along with proficiency in SCADA systems. A High School Diploma or GED is mandatory, and adherence to safety protocols is critical.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in food processing, particularly with high-tech production equipment.
• Proficiency in SCADA systems for operations management.
• Excellent communication skills necessary for collaboration and training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots all types of maintenance failures efficiently.
• Utilizes assembly drawings and technical manuals for equipment adjustments.
• Trains new associates on maintenance technical competencies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical principles

Communication skills

SCADA systems

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

**Purpose Statement**

The Maintenance Mechanic is instrumental in ensuring the optimal performance of all plant equipment through mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic repairs, alongside preventive maintenance strategies.

**Key Accountabilities and Outcomes**

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots all types of maintenance failures efficiently.
• Utilizes assembly drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals to fine‑tune equipment functionality. Implements electrical principles involving VFDs, SCRs, and motor starters, as well as logic concepts such as PLCs and SLCs to rectify equipment issues.
• Applies foundational skills in plumbing, metalworking, and general facilities maintenance when necessary.
• Operates and interacts with diagnostic instruments including gauges, RTDs, pressure transmitters, I/P converters, and vortex flow meters.
• Trains new associates and existing team members on the essential technical competencies required for maintenance operations.
• Ensures that the maintenance workspace complies with GMP and safety protocols, maintaining a clean and organized environment.
• Operates the SCADA system proficiently and completes related documentation accurately.
• Undertakes various related tasks as assigned by the Team Leader, ensuring flexibility in operations.
• Collaborates with operations associates on basic equipment troubleshooting and provides necessary support to maintain production flow.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Experience**

• A High School Diploma or GED is mandatory.
• 3-5 years of hands‑on experience in food processing, specifically in the troubleshooting and repair of high‑tech production equipment with advanced control systems is required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for effective collaboration and training.
• Proficiency in training fellow associates on maintenance operations and concepts is expected.
• Must demonstrate a strong inclination and capacity to function cohesively as part of a self‑directed work team.
• Proficiency in SCADA systems is required for effective operations management.
• A solid understanding of general mechanical, electrical, and logic principles is necessary.
• Familiarity with fundamental plumbing, metalworking, and facilities maintenance practices is beneficial.
• Awareness and adherence to associate safety guidelines, GMP, and food safety standards are crucial.
• Comprehension of proper machine operating methods and adjustment procedures is essential.
• Ability to actively participate in Production Improvement initiatives, Associate Involvement programs, and temporary task forces, as directed.