Tool Technician

Central Garden & Pet Company; Monroe Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with 3% company match

Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company is seeking a Tool Technician to maintain, repair, and optimize packaging machinery at our manufacturing facility in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of packaging processes.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, preferably with 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company match, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, SOPs, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on packaging machinery.
• Diagnose and repair issues with packaging equipment promptly.
• Calibrate packaging machines to maintain quality and consistency.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Tool Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimizing the machinery and tools used in packaging processes within our manufacturing facility. This role is critical in ensuring that packaging operations run smoothly and efficiently, minimizing downtime and product waste.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:

• Regularly inspect, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on packaging machinery and equipment to ensure they are operating at peak efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair issues with packaging equipment promptly to minimize downtime.
• Ensure that packaging machines are calibrated correctly to maintain the quality and consistency of packaging materials and products.
• Ensure that all packaging machinery adheres to safety regulations and protocols to protect workers and prevent accidents.
• Quickly identify and address operational issues that may arise during packaging processes to minimize disruptions.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely handle, change, and maintain production tooling.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety guidelines.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities.

Benefits Package & Employee Programs:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Free Life and Disability Insurance.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to thousands of free online courses.
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
• Referral Program with cash bonus.
• Access to on-demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.