Job Description

Industrial Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Princeton, NJ, US

Onsite

Band I

We're seeking a skilled and proactive Industrial Maintenance Technician to ensure our manufacturing facility runs like a well-oiled machine. This role demands expertise across multiple trades—electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry—and a strong focus on preventive maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency. If you thrive in dynamic environments and take pride in keeping complex systems running smoothly, you’ll feel right at home here

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

• Adheres with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Inspects building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by clients.
• Leads and oversees the work performed by outside contractors, including remodeling, HVAC, plumbing, painting, and cleaning.
• Performs and supervises assigned repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance. Completes and reviews maintenance and repair records as required.
• Reviews and assign’s work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repairs. Orders necessary materials and supplies to complete all tasks.
• Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.

We bring

• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.
• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.

You bring

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training. Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Certification in one or more of the following: electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry, or engine repair. Universal CFC certification. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.

- Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Requires intermediate analytical skills.

• Uses personal computer and/or PDA for work order system, email, ESS, and training. Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook. Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $32.00-36.50.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.