Maintenance Technician - Days

Puratos; Pennsauken Township (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Puratos is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician at their Pennsauken, NJ HQ. The position involves mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and collaborating with production teams to ensure operational efficiency. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience and a background in food manufacturing is preferred.

Benefits

Hourly pay based on experience

Annual bonus up to $3,500

Medical coverage starts immediately

401(k) with matching contributions

Over 5 weeks of paid time off

Free life coaching and 24/7 health access

Lifestyle Spending Account

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience with Sanitary Systems and mechanical equipment like pumps and gearboxes.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls equipment.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair Steam, Refrigeration, and Wastewater systems.
• Maintain CMMS and perform Preventive Maintenance work.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Fabrication skills

Electrical systems experience

Job description

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Job Location: USA - National Hwy, Pennsauken (NJ) - Puratos US HQ Campus

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across the manufacturing plant. This role collaborates closely with production and quality teams to ensure continuous operation and timely repairs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls equipment.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to maintain production output.
• Provide resources and support to help the engineering team execute projects efficiently throughout the plant.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair Steam, Refrigeration, and Wastewater systems.
• Fabricate components, tools, and equipment.
• Execute and complete PM (Preventive Maintenance) work without production interruption as directed by Maintenance Supervisor and Lead.
• Take necessary actions to ensure safety.
• Maintain CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System); work order entry, completions, requisitions, inventory.
• Utilize SAP for completing purchase requisitions.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience working on and around Sanitary Systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment like pumps, gearboxes, and steam traps.
• Fabrication skills for components, tools, and equipment; ability to operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.).
• Boiler experience – Blue or Black Seal Boiler License is a plus.
• Desire and ability to learn about new and existing processing systems.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work comfortably at elevated heights.
• Food Manufacturing and GMP Environment experience preferred.
• Electrical systems experience preferred; motors, drives, PLCs, temperature, flow, and control instruments.
• Stainless Steel and Sanitary Welding skills are a plus.
• Physical Demands: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 75 lbs; occasional sitting, climbing, squatting, crawling, push/pull, gripping; frequent stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking; visual acuity.
• Environmental Conditions: Occasional exposure to uneven ground, heights, biohazards; frequent noise, extreme temperatures, dust/fumes; constant exposure to hazards and machinery.

Looking for a Career for Good?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You, including:

• Hourly pay based on experience, skills, and location, typically between $30.52 and $35.10.
• Targeted annual bonus up to $3,500, based on performance.
• Medical coverage starts the first of the month—no waiting period.
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions.
• Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year.
• Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses.
• Lifestyle Spending Account.

If you are a solution-oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to join us for “a career for good.”

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Grow Your Career At Puratos USA

At Puratos USA, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across our HQ, innovation centers, production facilities, and distribution sites nationwide. Our commitment to safety, health, and wellbeing, collaboration, and the latest technology ensures that our employees can innovate and thrive. Headquartered in Pennsauken, NJ, with locations in Boston, Chicago, Kenosha, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Seattle, we create pathways for career development and impactful contributions within the company, industry, and communities we serve.

We are a People First organization driven by our values and Puratos' culture. Join us to drive positive change through food innovation for good.

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers succeed by turning food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10,000 employees in over 80 countries, with a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (2023). Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit, and unique culture drive our growth and future vision. Our commitment to local communities makes working at Puratos truly magical.