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Maintenance Technician – Food Manufacturing
Location
Linden, NJ
Schedule
Rotating Shift – 2-on, 2-off, 3-on, 3-off (Day Shift 5am-5:30pm)
Experience
2–6 years in maintenance, preferably in food manufacturing
About the Role:
We are seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians to join our team in Linden, NJ. These technicians will play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing processing, packaging, and facility equipment to ensure seamless operations in a food production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery, conveyors, refrigeration units, packaging equipment, and facility systems.
- Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Work with PLC controls, AC/DC motor controls, logic circuits, and grounding systems.
- Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities.
- Assist in the procurement of parts and planning maintenance schedules.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), and food industry standards.
- Support process improvement projects to enhance equipment efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Provide technical guidance to production staff on equipment operation and troubleshooting.
Qualifications:
- 2–6 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing, production, or packaging environment.
- Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting.
- Experience working with single and three-phase voltage and the ability to read schematics and technical manuals.
- Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred) is a plus.
- Ability to use multimeters and diagnostic instruments to test and repair equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team setting.
- Comfortable working in a cold/refrigerated environment as required in food production.
- Must be able to lift up to 49 lbs and stand, bend, and reach for extended periods.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in food processing, packaging, or material handling equipment maintenance.
- Trade school certification or equivalent experience in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance.
- Familiarity with CMMS systems (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for tracking repairs.
- Basic proficiency with Google Docs, Sheets, and other digital tools.
Interested candidates should apply today.
Maintenance Technician, Food Manufacturing, Industrial Maintenance, PLC, CMMS, Mechanical Technician, Electrical Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Repair Technician.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $32
