Maintenance Technician

Jobot; Oldmans Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO & Holidays

Bonus package

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians for 1st and 2nd shifts at a leading food manufacturer. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance on production and packaging equipment, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; mechanical trade strongly preferred.
• Experience as a production/industrial mechanic, preferably maintaining high-speed packaging and processing equipment in food manufacturing.
• Electrical troubleshooting across multiple voltages; ability to read electrical prints.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production and packaging equipment as per PM manuals.
• Maintain records of repairs, parts inventory, and equipment modifications.
• Assist with setup and movement of equipment during change-overs or expansions.
• Maintain maintenance shop, tools, and work areas in a safe, clean state.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs and scheduled maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; read manuals and work orders.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Reading electrical prints

Safety compliance

Time management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Mechanical trade training

Tools

Electrical meters

Hand tools

Job description

Job Details

Leading food manufacturer seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians - 1st shift & 2nd shifts available - Excellent Pay & Benefits

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Gabriel Ozuna

Salary: $30 - $35 per hour

A bit about us

We are a leading manufacturer of fresh and frozen premium food products and a we supply a wide range of client across the nation.

Why join us

We recognize that our people are the lifeblood of our organization. We value each and every member of our team and make every effort to create an environment where people can thrive.

In addition, we also offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Competitive Base Pay & Bonus Package
• Opportunities for continued development, growth and advancement

Job Duties

• Performs mechanical and preventative maintenance work on all production and packaging equipment as per preventative maintenance manuals.
• Maintains records of repairs, parts inventory, modifications of equipment, programs or settings.
• Assists with setup and/or movement of equipment during change-overs or expansion.
• Maintains tools and maintenance shop in a safe, clean and organized manner.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment.
• Performs mechanical jobs including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of machines.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests and adjusts.
• Performs a variety of general plumbing maintenance, electrical and carpentry functions as needed to support maintenance department within parameters of skills and training.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED, completion of a mechanical trade strongly preferred.
• Experience as a production or industrial mechanic technician, preferably maintaining high-speed packaging and processing equipment within the food industry.
• Electrical troubleshooting knowledge on multiple voltages and can read electrical prints.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently and as a team player.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Ability to maintain organization of maintenance schedules and files in a changing environment.
• Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership.
• Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Excellent time management and project management skills.
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
• Highly punctual.

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