Maintenance Mechanic (2nd & 3rd Shift)

Central Garden & Pet Company; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Education assistance

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in Monroe Township, NJ. The role focuses on electrical and mechanical projects, including troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for manufacturing equipment.

Shifts include 2nd (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) and 3rd (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM). The position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience as an industrial mechanic.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and schematics.
• Skill in applying building and equipment maintenance/repair techniques.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs various manufacturing equipment.
• Operates and maintains pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on engines, motors, conveyors, and machines.
• Installs and tunes new injection molding or plastic molding systems.
• Maintains and services equipment using manuals and diagrams.
• Identifies and fixes safety hazards to prevent injuries.
• Conserves maintenance resources by efficient use of tools and parts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial mechanic experience

Pneumatics and hydraulics

Reading schematics

Strong problem solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Location: Monroe Township, NJ, United States
Date Posted: Sep 20, 2026

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for handling the electrical and mechanical projects for our facilities including equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance.

This position runs Monday - Friday, with the following shifts:

2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoots and repairs various manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Uses power and hand tools to perform repair and maintenance work.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, and manufacturer's instructions.
• Install, set up, and tune new injection molding machines or similar plastic molding systems. May install and maintain fixtures and facilities.
• Services equipment used by oiling, greasing, and adding gas as required.
• Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred two or more years of experience as an industrial mechanic.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and schematics.
• Skill in applying building and equipment maintenance/repair techniques.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to work overtime with a flex schedule on the weekends.
• Requires some pushing, pulling, or lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.

POSITION INFORMATION

• This position pays $30.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.