Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Equipment Maintenance Mechanic

Our client is a leading manufacturer of snack food located in Piscataway NJ. They produce a wide range of snack chips, sticks, straws, curls, popcorn, on 10 fully automated production and packaging lines. They operate 3-shifts 24/hours Monday-Friday.

They are seeking experienced equipment mechanics specializing in Food Processing and Packaging machinery. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in: AC and DC motors and wiring, 1 phase vs.3 phases voltage, electrical components, PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics, relays, etc. with flexible work schedule, including the ability to work nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime.

Machine & Equipment Mechanic Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic, system components of all food manufacturing machinery, packaging machinery, and material handling equipment; i.e. baking and popcorn machinery, oil delivery systems, dry powder seasoning distribution systems, chocolate drizzle and enrobing components, sifters, conveyors, hoppers, packaging bag and corrugate equipment, cartoners, air compressor equipment, etc.
• Install, repair, or replace electrical devices such as transformers, relays, circuit breakers, starters, safety and limit switches, AC / DC motors, positive displacement and transfer pumps, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance checklists. And maintain spare parts inventory for manufacturing and packaging equipment and re-order as necessary. Maintain service and repair records.
• Train factory operators on the operation of all food processing and packaging equipment using best practice, safety, and efficiency.

Machine & Equipment Mechanic Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in repairing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and maintenance, of food processing and packaging equipment in a manufacturing facility (preferably food).
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics; instrumentation and sensor calibration; variable frequency drives; AC/DC motors.
• Excellent problem-solving skills; Effective written and verbal communication skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment where a broad range of tasks may be required. And must be able to work in a cold environment and in confined spaces. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must possess a strong safety ethic.
• * Bi-Lingual is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

• Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Experience:
• Motors / gears repair and maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
• Hydraulics repair and installation: 3 years (Required)
• Pneumatics repair and installation: 3 years (Required)
• Repair & maintenance of food processing equipment: 3 years (Required)
• Repair & maintenance of CPG packaging equipment: 3 years