Warehouse Maintenance Technician - FT 2nd Shift

L&R DISTRIBUTORS; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

L&R DISTRIBUTORS is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician in Monroe, NJ to monitor, maintain and repair facility infrastructure and equipment. The role requires certification in forklift and elevated platforms, and availability for scheduled hours to meet customer demand.

The technician will develop maintenance programs, oversee procurement, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, productivity, and service.

Qualifications

• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient with Microsoft Office and related software.
• Proven project management, organization, and the ability to deliver results under pressure.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities for technical information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee maintenance programs including preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Manage procurement of new equipment or spare parts as needed.
• Identify risks to operations and implement practical solutions.
• Maintain records systems and ensure compliance with policies.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on EHS, Quality, Cost, Productivity, and Service.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, motors, forklifts, and related systems.
• Coordinate with on-site contractors and ensure safety and efficiency.

Skills

Computer skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Forklift operation

Mechanical experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What You Will Learn

As a full‑time technician, you have the responsibility to monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all facility infrastructure and equipment appropriate to the business operations of the site. You will obtain forklift and elevated platform certification and must be available to work scheduled hours to meet customer demands. Candidates must have a focus on safety and urgency while supporting our distribution center.

Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the implementation of Maintenance Excellence, including but not limited to the following tasks:
• Establish effective maintenance procedures including preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Manage, assist, or affect the procurement of new equipment or spare parts
• Identify risks to the operation and work to find solutions
• Maintain an effective labor/employer relations environment
• Develop, implement, and oversee all necessary records systems
• Manage, implement, and support all L&R Distributors policies
• Develop, manage, execute, and support continuous improvement projects focusing on EHS & Security, Quality, Cost, Productivity, Service, and People
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on all production and facility equipment as directed
• Always work in a safe manner following all established safety rules and regulations
• Follow all established Maintenance practices regarding Preventative Maintenance Paperwork, Parts Usage and Ordering
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment including but not limited to Conveyors, Motor systems, Carton Erector and Sealers, Transfer Load Systems, Forklifts
• Achieve continuous improvement in speed and accuracy of preventative maintenance plans
• Installation and troubleshooting of new equipment
• Schedules, implement and oversee repairs including but not limited to; preventative maintenance and service work of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, security systems, roof, dock doors, telephone systems, electrical panels, lighting, fire prevention systems and computer systems; assists with special projects as required including continuous improvement
• Manage on‑site contractors
• Complete and assist with safety validations of site equipment; maintain a clean and orderly work area; assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.

Scheduled Shift: 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrate strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft products
• Demonstrate ability to deliver under difficult situations, adapting to new work environments and able to deliver results quickly
• Demonstrate understanding of successful change management and principles of design
• Proven self‑sufficiency, project management skills, and collaboration skills
• Demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills
• Demonstrate problem‑solving skills and an understanding of simplification/improvement methodologies
• Demonstrate professional judgment and sound decision‑making skills
• Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Must be able to interact effectively – both internally and externally
• Must be able to operate forklifts
• Mechanical experience

Physical Qualifications

• Must be able to lift >50 lbs
• Must be able to climb and work from ladders
• Must be able to work from heights
• Must be able to stand at least 4 hours at a time

Please note: This job description does not list all duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.