Maintenance Mechanic

Thistle; Burlington (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food manufacturing company as a Maintenance Mechanic in Burlington, NJ. This entry-level role involves ensuring efficient operation of equipment and machinery, conducting repairs, and executing preventive maintenance to ensure production uptime. Ideal candidates will have a proactive attitude, technical skills, and a commitment to safety in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to maintenance and repair.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and diagnostics on machinery.
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance schedule.
• Respond to emergency situations with composure.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

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TITLE: Maintenance Mechanic DEPARTMENT: Facilities REPORTS TO: Facilities & Maintenance Manager

About The Role

Reporting to the Facilities & Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Mechanic ensures the continuous and efficient operation of equipment and machinery at our food manufacturing facility. This role is instrumental in maintaining production uptime and supporting operational excellence through equipment installation, repair, and preventative maintenance. The ideal candidate brings a proactive approach, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to safety and operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Ensure production lines and machinery are optimally set up, functioning, and prepared for daily operations.
• Conduct detailed inspections and diagnostics to identify potential malfunctions, utilizing visual and auditory techniques.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement effective solutions to address equipment failures and minimize downtime.
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance schedule to optimize equipment lifespan and reliability.
• Collaborate with management to forecast and maintain an updated inventory of parts and supplies.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including preventative maintenance (PM) logs and detailed work orders.
• Use advanced mechanical and technical skills to install, repair, and test new and existing equipment.
• Perform fabrication and welding as needed to repair or modify production-related assets, including racks and workstations.
• Ensure proper installation and functionality by following equipment manuals and manufacturer specifications.
• Adhere to industry best practices, company standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Respond promptly to emergency situations while maintaining composure and applying appropriate safety measures.
• Act as a safety ambassador, ensuring all tasks are executed with strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other team members as needed.
• Engage with leadership to support new equipment installation and plant expansion projects.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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