Sidel Blow Molding Maintenance Specialist

Torrey Holistics; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with matching

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Union Beverage Packers, LLC in Hillside, NJ is seeking a hands-on Industrial Maintenance Technician to keep beverage production running. You will perform scheduled and reactive maintenance on plant machinery, troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and HVAC systems, and lead line changeovers with safety and GMP in mind.

The role requires reading schematics, applying preventive maintenance, and maintaining accurate maintenance logs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Industrial maintenance or related mechanical/manufacturing equipment experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly to equipment problems.
• Available to work at least 48 hours per week, plus overtime/weekends/holidays when needed.
• Safe work practices around production equipment and moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform both scheduled and reactive maintenance on plant machinery and production assets.
• Troubleshoot across mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration domains.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance; complete efficient repairs.
• Rapidly diagnose root causes to cut downtime.
• Assist with installations, modifications, commissioning, and line changeovers.
• Read and apply mechanical drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical docs.
• Inspect equipment daily and escalate major concerns to Maintenance leadership.
• Support blow molders, fillers, conveyors, palletizers, packaging lines, and more.
• Open/close work orders and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Respond under pressure during breakdowns to stabilize production.
• Follow safety, GMP, food safety, quality, sanitation, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized workspace.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sidel equipment

PLC familiarity

Maintenance software

Job description

Is this you?

• You thrive on solving complex equipment issues—mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical.
• You keep production moving with smart PMs, fast diagnostics, and clear communication.
• You can read schematics, interpret manuals, and coordinate safe, efficient changeovers.
• You’re comfortable in a warm, loud, wet, high-speed manufacturing environment.

Role snapshot

• Pay: $25.00–$45.00 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule: All shifts; highest need on 3rd shift
• Hours: Minimum 48 hours per week
• Job Type: Full-time
• Overtime: Required as needed
• Work Location: In person

We are hiring across shifts with immediate priority for 3rd shift professionals.

The work

• Perform both scheduled and reactive maintenance on plant machinery and production assets.
• Troubleshoot across mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration domains.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance; complete efficient repairs.
• Rapidly diagnose root causes to cut downtime.
• Assist with installations, modifications, commissioning, and line changeovers.
• Read and apply mechanical drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical docs.
• Inspect equipment daily and escalate major concerns to Maintenance leadership.
• Support blow molders, fillers, conveyors, palletizers, packaging lines, and more.
• Open/close work orders and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Respond under pressure during breakdowns to stabilize production.
• Follow safety, GMP, food safety, quality, sanitation, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized workspace.

Sidel focus (if applicable)

• Operate, monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot Sidel blow molding equipment.
• Lead machine changeovers, start-ups, critical adjustments, and major repairs.
• Maintain systems such as SBO, Matrix, Universal, Series 2, or comparable units.
• Resolve mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic and basic electrical issues on Sidel platforms.
• Partner with QC to ensure bottle quality meets standards.
• Advance bottle quality, process improvements, and downtime reduction.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain blow molding and related equipment.

Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Industrial maintenance or related mechanical/manufacturing equipment experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly to equipment problems.
• Available to work at least 48 hours per week, plus overtime/weekends/holidays when needed.
• Safe work practices around production equipment and moving machinery.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing, and pulling for the shift.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Comfort with warm, loud, wet, and fast‑paced environments.
• Willing to wear all required PPE.

Preferred background

• Hands‑on Sidel blow molding maintenance/repair experience.
• Experience in beverage, bottled water, soft drink, food manufacturing, plastics, PET packaging, or bottling.
• Exposure to fillers, conveyors, palletizers, blow molders, and packaging systems.
• Experience in electrical, welding, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, or equipment installs.
• Familiarity with PLCs and automated systems.
• History of major machine repairs or overhauls.
• Former Sidel Field Service Engineer or Service Technician role.
• Forklift/equipment certifications.
• Basic computer skills for work orders and maintenance logs.

Physical requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds routinely; heavier items with proper assistance or equipment.
• Stand/walk for long periods.
• Bend, reach, kneel, climb, push, and pull during the shift.
• Work near moving equipment, wet areas, noise, and heat.
• Comply with all safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive pay from $25.00 to $40.00 per hour
• Overtime opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Paid time off and Paid holidays
• 401(k) with 401(k) matching
• Training and growth opportunities

Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Application questions

• Which shift are you available to work?
• Are you able to work at least 48 hours per week and overtime when required?
• How many years of industrial maintenance experience do you have?
• What production or manufacturing equipment have you repaired?
• Do you have beverage, bottling, food manufacturing, plastics, or packaging experience?
• Have you worked on Sidel blow molding equipment?
• Which Sidel models have you worked on?
• Can you troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical problems?
• What major machine repairs or equipment overhauls have you completed?
• Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing environment?

Equal Opportunity Employer

Union Beverage Packers, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional workplace for all employees.

Technical proficiencies

• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• DOT & Equipment Inspection Compliance
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Automotive Manufacturing Systems
• Automotive Repair & Service Systems
• Machine Safety Inspections