Maintenance Mechanic - 12h Shift (Food Plant)

Harvest Hill Beverage Company; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid company holidays

2 weeks paid vacation

401k match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Employer paid life insurance

Safety boot reimbursement

Job summary

Sunny Delight Beverages Company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Dayton, NJ, to set up, repair and install production equipment for continuous operation. The role oversees shift maintenance, reduces downtime, and trains operators in preventive maintenance and problem recognition.

The position requires 2+ years in a high-speed production environment (food/beverage preferred), strong mechanical and shop skills, and the ability to work 12-hour day or night shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical schooling preferred.
• 2+ years as a line mechanic in high-speed production; food manufacturing/bottling preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing and TPM experience a plus; self-motivation and urgency essential.
• Ability to read mechanical diagrams and use shop tools, test equipment.
• Knowledge of pneumatic/hydraulic controls; skilled in pipe fitting, welding, machining.

Responsibilities

• Set up and repair production equipment to ensure continuous operation.
• Lead maintenance on shift; troubleshoot and reduce downtime.
• Assist operators with preventive maintenance and training.
• Perform running adjustments and corrective actions for maximum safety and quality.
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs and wear PPE; maintain good attendance.

Skills

Self-motivated

Read diagrams

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical School

Tools

Machine shop equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Test equipment

Pneumatic controls

Hydraulic controls

Pipe fitting

Welding

Machining

Job description

Sunny Delight Beverages Company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Dayton, NJ, to set up, repair and install production equipment for continuous operation. The role oversees shift maintenance, reduces downtime, and trains operators in preventive maintenance and problem recognition.

The position requires 2+ years in a high-speed production environment (food/beverage preferred), strong mechanical and shop skills, and the ability to work 12-hour day or night shifts.