Mechanical Technician: Precision Machinery & PLC Systems

Owens Corning; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning in New Jersey seeks a skilled maintenance technician to support automatic production lines. You will perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, and conveyors, troubleshoot malfunctions, and read blueprints and P&ID drawings to ensure reliable operation.

You will inspect parts with precision tools, adjust components, and maintain safe working conditions while supporting weekend and night shift rotations in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 1. Technical degree preferred.
• 2. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and P&ID drawings
• 3. Ability to maintain precision measurements
• 4. Basic computer knowledge and skills
• 5. Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• 6. Strong knowledge of LTT, energy control procedures and safe working procedures
• 7. PLC and AC/DC drive experience
• 8. Must have experience with fusing, thermal overload protection, wiring size, motor theory, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical gear
• 9. Must have knowledge of basic electrical code
• 10. Must be prepared to wear all required company PPE: composite toe shoes, hearing protection, hard hats, safety glasses.
• 11. Ability to work weekends, nights and on a 12-hour shift rotation.
• 12. Ability to work in a hot or cold and outdoor environment
• 13. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, and production machines.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation to locate problems and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Removes defective parts and inspects using measuring tools and hand/power tools.
• Inspects parts to determine dimensional changes using calipers, micrometers, and other instruments.
• Adjusts parts and controls using hand tools, levels, and straightedges.
• Monitors downtime and informs production workers of maintenance practices.
• Fabricates repair parts using machine shop equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintains inventories and anticipates needed parts and supplies.
• Conserves resources by using equipment efficiently and documenting actions.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending workshops and reading technical publications.

Skills

Technical maintenance

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

English communication

PLC & electrical knowledge

Education

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Owens Corning in New Jersey seeks a skilled maintenance technician to support automatic production lines. You will perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, and conveyors, troubleshoot malfunctions, and read blueprints and P&ID drawings to ensure reliable operation.

You will inspect parts with precision tools, adjust components, and maintain safe working conditions while supporting weekend and night shift rotations in a demanding manufacturing environment.