Maintenance Mechanic (2nd & 3rd Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

On-demand pay

Parental leave

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in Neptune City, NJ. The role involves electrical and mechanical project work, troubleshooting equipment, and performing preventative maintenance on production machinery.

Shifts include 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) and 3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM). Pay ranges from $30.00 to $40.00 per hour, depending on experience. Excellent benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of industrial mechanic experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and schematics.
• Ability to read diagrams and manuals.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs manufacturing equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on engines, motors, and conveyors.
• Installs and tunes injection molding machines or similar systems.
• Oils, greases, and maintains equipment as required.
• Addresses safety hazards to prevent injuries.
• Uses tools to complete repair and maintenance tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Schematics

Communication

Problem-solving

Overtime

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Location: Neptune City, NJ, United States
Date Posted: Sep 20, 2026
Job ID: JV-2128-OTHLOC-CCTxYfwK

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.