Industrial Mechanical Technician New Jersey Food manufacturer Bellmawr, NJ Job Details Full-time $28.43 - $34.24 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Manufacturing plant facilities maintenance experience Food production Mechanical blueprint interpretation Fabrication Inspection tools Food processing plant experience Mechanical belt maintenance Pneumatic machine repair Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Industrial motor maintenance and repair Industrial equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing facility experience Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements Belt drive repair Power transmission system maintenance Electrical motors Troubleshooting hydraulic systems Precision measurement in machining Refrigeration Manufacturing company experience Power transmission systems Full Job Description Job Summary We are looking for a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. In this role, you will troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, install, and maintain production equipment throughout the bakery while helping improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime. Our technicians work on a wide variety of automated production equipment including mixers, dividers, sheeters, moulders, proofers, reciprocators, tunnel ovens, conveyors, slicers, baggers, wrappers, spiral conveyors, refrigeration equipment, boilers, and facility systems. If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, rebuilding equipment, and taking ownership of improving machine reliability, we'd like to hear from you. What You'll Do Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment failures. Perform emergency repairs while minimizing production downtime. Complete preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on production equipment. Diagnose equipment failures and identify root causes rather than simply replacing parts. Repair and rebuild gearboxes, conveyors, rollers, shafts, bearings, chains, sprockets, and drive systems. Install, align, tension, and track conveyor belts. Repair and replace bearings, bushings, pillow blocks, rollers, chains, sprockets, motors, reducers, and pneumatic cylinders. Troubleshoot sensors, photo eyes, proximity switches, VFDs, motors, and electrical controls. Read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, manuals, and equipment documentation. Perform precision alignments and mechanical adjustments using proper measuring tools. Fabricate or modify machine components when necessary using welding, cutting, drilling, and machining equipment. Maintain accurate maintenance records using our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and reducing unplanned downtime. Follow all Food Safety, GMP, Lockout/Tagout, and OSHA safety requirements. Maintain a clean and organized work area after every repair. Equipment You'll Work On Our maintenance team services equipment throughout the entire bakery, including: Make-Up Equipment Mixers Dividers Sheeters Moulders Reciprocators Pressure Plates Flour Dusters Board Feeders Baking Equipment Tunnel Ovens Oven Loaders (TOLs) Pre-Loaders Oven Tracking Systems Spiral Conveyors Packaging Equipment Slicers Baggers Wrappers Perfect Scorers Metal Detectors Conveyors Pallet Wrappers Facility Equipment Boilers Compressors Refrigeration Equipment HVAC Systems Water Systems Air Systems This role includes preventative maintenance, emergency breakdowns, equipment rebuilds, machine overhauls, installations, and reliability improvements. Qualifications Required 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, food production, distribution, or similar environments. Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Experience with:

Bearings Chains Sprockets Gearboxes Belts Rollers Motors Pneumatics Hydraulics Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics. Experience using precision measuring tools. Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision. Preferred Food manufacturing experience VFD troubleshooting Conveyor maintenance experience Bakery equipment experience Industrial electrical troubleshooting We're looking for technicians who: Think beyond the immediate repair and identify root causes. Take pride in quality workmanship. Keep work areas clean and organized. Work safely every day. Communicate well with operators and teammates. Document repairs thoroughly. Help improve equipment reliability instead of just fixing today's problem. Are willing to learn new equipment and technologies. Physical Requirements Lift up to 50 pounds. Climb ladders and work from lifts when necessary. Work around moving machinery, heat, and refrigerated environments. Stand, bend, kneel, crawl, and climb throughout the shift. Participate in an on-call or overtime schedule as needed. Benefits Competitive hourly pay based on experience Overtime opportunities Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Company-provided uniforms Tool reimbursement (if applicable) Ongoing technical training Opportunities for advancement into Lead Technician, Planner, Supervisor, or Reliability positions Why Join Our Team? Our maintenance department is focused on reliability—not just repairs. We invest in preventative maintenance, equipment improvements, root cause analysis, and technician development. You'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of automated industrial equipment while contributing to a team that values safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Pay:

$28.43 - $34.24 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person