Mechanic - 1st Shift

Ferrero; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading global confectionery manufacturer seeks a Mechanic for its Somerset, NJ factory to manage, repair, and maintain production equipment. The role involves preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure efficiency in packaging operations, requiring a blend of experience in machinery and a commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with high-speed packaging equipment.
• Detailed knowledge of Robotics and mechanical equipment.
• Proficient in operating machine shop and welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, install and change over production packaging machines.
• Troubleshoot problems and make timely repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on packaging machines and conveyors.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Flexibility

Education

High School degree

Job description

Job Location: Somerset Company description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

About the Role:

Ferrero USA, a leading global confectionery manufacturer with a strong track record of innovations and a great reputation for the quality of its products, is looking for a Mechanic to support our Production Operations team. Must be available to train on 1st shift if needed. The position will work out of our Somerset, NJ factory location and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

The primary responsibility of the Mechanic is to manage, repair and maintain production equipment in our Somerset, NJ repackaging facility. This role requires an individual which excels in troubleshooting production equipment problems as well as proactively preventing issues delaying or preventing production of the company’s products.

We are currently hiring for 1st shift (7:00AM to 4:00PM)

Main Responsibilities:

• Repair, maintain, install and change over production packaging machines and lines.
• Troubleshoot packaging machine problems and make necessary repairs in a timely manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance on packaging machines and conveyors.
• Recommend improvements and modifications to production operations/machines.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks following standards and schedules. This includes lubrication, adjustments and cleaning.
• Experience in LOTO training.
• Perform general plant maintenance duties and other duties as assigned (facility-related tasks as needed).

Who we are looking for:

• High School degree
• 5 or more years’ experience working with high-speed packaging equipment, systems and conveyors.
• Detailed knowledge of Robotics.
• Working knowledge of motors, pneumatics, conveyor systems, programmable controllers, servo drives, electronic components, facility installations (pneumatic, electrical installs), and mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.
• Proficient at operating machine shop and welding equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting robotics.
• Experience operating forklifts, scissor-lifts, and power pallet jacks.
• Ability to be flexible and work with a positive attitude.
• Experience with efficient line changeovers (packaging machines, conveyors, etc.)

Compensation Data

This is a non-exempt, salaried position and will occasionally involve overtime work.

The base salary range for this position is $35-$40 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.

Ferrero N.A. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.