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Maintenance Mechanic 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Lakewood, NJ 08701 $38 - $42 an hour Mac Incorporated 25 reviews $38 - $42 an hour
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC OPENING IN LAKEWOOD NJ. THIS IS A 1ST SHIFT OPENING AND WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE OUT OF THE FOOD, BEVERAGE OR PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES. LOOKING FOR A MULTI-CRAFT MECHANIC WHO CAN DO WORK WITH PLCS, VFDS, 480V, ETC. SHIFT
1ST
SHIFT MON-FRI CAN BE FLEXIBLE ON TIMES, THEY CAN DO 5 8'S OR THEY CAN DO MON-THURS 9 HOUR DAYS THEN FRIDAY 4 HOUR DAY PAYS
$38-$42 HOURLY
BENEFITS KICK IN 1ST OF THE MONTH AFTER START 5 DAYS OF VACATION ACCRUED
Essential Functions Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair both packaging and processing equipment in a regulated FDA environment. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, conveyors, pneumatic tools, hydraulics, rotating machinery, and automated systems (PLCs, robotics, sensors). Install, modify, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment safely and according to specifications. Conduct inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and calibration to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime. Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities, including parts usage and inventory, using CMMS. Collaborate effectively with operators and team members to share observations, raise questions, and provide insights into mechanical and electrical issues. Contribute to proactive maintenance strategies that improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime. Lead small improvement projects and support upgrades or process enhancements in collaboration with engineering and operations teams. Mentor junior technicians and operators, promoting safe and efficient work practices. Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate with vendors to maintain critical stock levels. Ensure compliance with FDA, GMP, SQF, HACCP, and OSHA standards. Required Qualifications Minimum of 5-10 years in industrial maintenance, ideally within food, pharmaceutical, or regulated production facilities. Hands-on experience troubleshooting both packaging and processing equipment. Power transmission systems, belts, chains, cams, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics. Rotating machinery and mechanical assemblies. Electrical wiring, panels, motors, high-voltage systems, control circuits. PLC troubleshooting, robotics, sensors, and automated control systems. Ability to read and interpret schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply practical solutions under limited standardization. Proven ability to perform preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Leadership and mentoring ability; capable of guiding operators and junior technicians. #IND2
