Maintenance Mechanic I

Position Maintenance Mechanic I Location Metuchen, NJ Job ID 821 Job Description Maintenance Mechanic I is responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance adjustments of production and packaging equipment to ensure all equipment is operating at optimum efficiency with minimal scrap. High urgency, critical thinking, and strong mechanical aptitude are required for this position. Responsibilities Performs timely mechanical checks on all assigned equipment to ensure proper adjustments are maintained. Maintains established cycle settings on assigned machines to ensure production quality with minimal scrap. Complies with all safety rules, policies, procedures and practices, including performing LOTO of production equipment when required. Performs equipment evaluations at the start of the shift to ensure production flow is consistent throughout. Diagnoses and determines cause for machine malfunctions, making troubleshooting adjustments to assigned machines. Answers all buzzers and bells with the highest sense of urgency to ensure production is not interrupted. Performs all assigned quality tests on baggers, packaged products, film, print, etc. to inspect for defects and malfunctions every hour, documenting findings on the inspector checklist. Performs daily inspector checks to ensure the testers are rejecting defective products. Responsible for all film roll changeovers and organization of film racks daily. Notifies leadership immediately of any failure to meet established quality standards to ensure corrective action is taken. Maintains a safe and clean work area and equipment at all times. Assists packers with rework when time permits. Performs other duties as assigned by the Production Lead, Team Supervisor or Department Manager. Physical Demands Work an 8+ or 12+ hour shift while sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, grasping, handling or feeling objects, tools, or controls, and lifting throughout the shift. Manually move items that weigh up to 50 pounds. Working Conditions Exposed to extreme heat; indoor manufacturing environment not air‑conditioned. Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Wearing PPE including hairnet, hearing protection and safety glasses with side guards. Work an 8+ or 12+ hour day shift; able to work weekdays, weekends and overtime. Qualifications Education – High School Diploma or GED preferred. Experience – Two years maintenance in a manufacturing environment. High sense of urgency required. Skills – Basic computer skills. Ability to read, write and speak English. Good oral and written communication skills. The list of functions above is not intended to be exhaustive and all inclusive. The company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements. EEO Statement WinCup is an EEO/AA and E‑Verify employer. We welcome and consider candidates from all qualified applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. Background Screening To ensure the safety of our team members in the workplace, we perform background and drug screenings. #J-18808-Ljbffr WinCup