Maintenance Technician

Sika; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Bonuses

Medical benefits

Dental/Vision

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Wellness reimbursements

Education assistance

Professional development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Sika Corporation is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our Lakewood, NJ facility. The role focuses on keeping production equipment running, performing troubleshooting, and conducting preventive maintenance on all plant systems and packaging lines.

You will work with the production team to minimize downtime while ensuring safety and compliance. The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of industrial mechanical experience, familiarity with electrical drawings, pneumatic controls, and welding

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent.
• 3+ years of industrial mechanical experience in a production environment.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of pneumatic cylinders and controls.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and permit-to-work practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain manual and semiautomatic systems that process chemical substances into products.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mixing and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions of equipment.
• Review and read electric drawings as needed.
• Assist production efforts when required.
• Conform to safety rules to maintain plant safety.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Team collaboration

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical

Plumbing

Pipefitting

Welding

Job description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemical company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemical company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

Job Description

Broad Function and Purpose of Position:

Mechanic will be required to work with a team for the purposes of maintaining production equipment and keeping production equipment running. Position also requires mechanic to perform troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance on all equipment and facilities, as well as any other maintenance tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

Specific Responsibilities

• Maintain manual and semiautomatic systems that process chemical substances into industrial or consumer products, such as sealants, adhesives, primers, and intermediates.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mixing and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair any malfunction of mixing or packaging equipment.
• Review and read electric drawings as needed.
• Assist production efforts when required.
• Performs other duties of a similar or related level and assists with special projects as necessary or assigned.
• Responsible for conformance with all safety rules to maintain plant safety.

Qualifications

• High School Degree
• 3+ years of experience industrial mechanical experience in a production environment
• Prior forklift certification a plus
• Familiarity with environmental, health & safety regulations
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude and be able to analyze and troubleshoot problems.
• Knowledge of pneumatic cylinders and controls
• Electrical, plumbing/pipefitting, fabrication and welding experience is preferred
• Ability to team with production management to achieve common goals
• Excellent organizational capabilities with good record keeping skills
• Basic knowledge of Windows Application Software
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Ability to set up, carry, and lower ladders; climb staircases and ladders
• Lifting of up to 74 pounds
• Ability to crouch and kneel on job site as required

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.