Maintenance Technician III - Night Shift

Comar; Buena (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Comar is seeking a Maintenance Technician III for the night shift in Buena, NJ. The role focuses on keeping production and facility systems in top condition, detecting issues early, and performing repairs and preventive maintenance.

Candidates should have 5+ years of related experience and hold relevant certifications. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, PLC/basic programming awareness, and the ability to lead maintenance tasks and training for junior technicians.

Qualifications

• HS or Vo-Tech graduate with 5+ years related experience or training.
• Certification in maintenance, mechanical, electrical, or related discipline.
• Reliable self-starter with good attendance.
• Proficient in basic computer use and new system adoption.
• Proficient in maintenance management system.
• Safe operation of standard shop equipment.
• Experience leading continuous improvement, six sigma or lean manufacturing.
• Working knowledge in pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics and computer programming.
• Working knowledge of equipment calibration.

Responsibilities

• Keep Production, HVAC, facility equipment and infrastructure in good working order.
• Detect and correct errors before the machine or products are damaged.
• Operate equipment as required and perform tear downs, rebuilds, and preventive maintenance.
• Test machines after repair to ensure proper operation.
• Assist in training Maintenance Technician I, II, and Automation Technician.
• Work a flexible schedule including overtime based on production demands.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and wear PPE.
• Adhere to Health, Safety and Quality policies and communicate them to others.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Time management

Effective communication

Self-starter

Ability to lead improvements

Education

High School or Vo-Tech graduate

Maintenance/electrical/mechanical certification

Tools

Maintenance management system

Job description

Maintenance Technician III - Night Shift

Job Category: Maintenance

Requisition Number: MAINT003387

• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Buena, NJ
Buena, NJ 08310, USA

Description

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III

Actively Hiring – Immediate Openings

Hours:full-time position.

Competitive pay & benefits:paid overtime, health, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k with match…and more!

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

“Quality & Safety are Top Comar Priorities”

• Keep Production, HVAC, facility equipment and infrastructure in good working order.
• Detect and correct errors before the machine, or the products it produces, are damaged.
• Be able to effectively operate equipment as required.
• May be required to take the equipment apart to repair or replace the necessary parts.
• Expected to have electrical, electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics and computer programming to repair sophisticated equipment.
• Once a repair is made, test the machine to ensure that it is running correctly and smoothly.
• Perform tear downs, rebuilds and preventive maintenance.
• Participate in development and training maintenance technician I employees.
• Work a flexible schedule, including overtime, as needed based on production demands
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to and communicate to others the Health, Safety and Quality policies, including use of PPE.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities & Skills for our SQF Certified Sites:

• Have a basic understanding of the cGMPs and Good Hygiene Personnel Practices
• Notify SQF Practitioner and/or Supervisor of any repairs or adjustments that are required.
• Perform Basic Sanitation Functions
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, and or Regulatory Requirements / standards as prioritized by the Company, HACCP, and SQF.
• Notify SQF Practitioner/Quality Manager or any other Management personnel of ANY Food Safety or Quality issues.
• Identify problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the raw material, processes, quality system, or safety system, by performing Production/Quality Checks as assigned.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system. Be able to execute and follow the HOLD SOP.
• Controls further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• Employee follows all Food Fraud/food Defense Policies while on company property.
• Thorough understanding of all Company policies, including GMP’s and safety policies, HACCP & SQF.

Safety and Cleanliness

• Adhere to safety policies.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Wear company issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as uniforms, gloves, hairnets.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

“A Comar employee who will represent the customer and be the consumer’s advocate”

Are You?

• A High School or Vo-Tech School graduate with 5+ years related experience or training.
• Completed certification in maintenance, mechanical, electrical, or other equipment related discipline.
• Reliable self-starter with good attendance record.
• Proficient in basic computer use with the ability to learn and use new systems quickly & efficiently.
• Proficient in maintenance management system.
• Safely operate and use standard shop equipment.
• Experience leading continuous improvement, six sigma or lean manufacturing projects.
• Working knowledge in pneumatics, hydraulics and electronics and computer programming.
• Working knowledge of equipment and machinery calibration.

Preferred:

• Knowledge and or previous experience in blow molding, injection molding or extrusion molding.
• Experience with processing or troubleshooting of plastics manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with hands on work with pneumatics, hydraulics, and electronics and computer programming.

Do You?

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in math skills (imperial & metric), as well as measurement and use of measurement tools.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with all levels in the organization.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage priorities and crises situations in a professional manner.
• Read blueprints, electrical, hydraulic and ladder logic and operational procedures.
• Ability to successfully lead and drive continuous improvement, six sigma or lean manufacturing projects.
• Strong problem-solving ability – can troubleshoot down to component level on a wide range of equipment and machinery.
• Ability to calibrate a wide range of equipment and machinery.
• Time-management – highly organized with ability to adapt to changing situations, manage priorities and crisis situations.
• Work independently and in a team environment as well as take direction from others.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills- ability to work well with all levels in the organization.
• Effectively communicate with supervisor.
• The ability to read, write, and comprehend information provided.
• Ability to develop and train Maintenance Technician I, II and Automation Technician.

Do you Enjoy Physical Work where you will?

• Stand for most of the work shift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, crouch, bend, twist, and only occasionally sit.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Heavier amounts can be moved with assistance of equipment.

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