Job Description

An international plant-based food manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic. At least 2 years of experience as a mechanic (food manufacturing preferred but not required)

• $25 - 28/hr. Plus full benefits

• Monday, Wednesday – Saturday 07:00 a.m. – 04:00 p.m. (Tuesday and Sunday off)

During probation Monday – Friday 08:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m. (if possible)

• Somerset, NJ

Requirements of the Maintenance Mechanic:

• High school diploma required; technical school preferred

• At least 2 years of manufacturing mechanic experience

• Skills in plumbing, wiring, welding, and drilling

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs

• Strong problem‑solving and multitasking

• Good communication, logic, and attention to detail

• Able to read electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics

• Experience replacing motors, belts, bearings, pulleys, sprockets, chains, cylinders, etc.

• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanic:

• Follow safety rules; keep work area clean

• Perform preventive maintenance; troubleshoot machinery

• Read and complete work orders

• Improve equipment efficiency

• Supervise, train, and support staff

• Work well with team members and other departments

• Manage parts, inventory, vendors, and contractors

• Maintain and repair facility equipment and systems

• Document maintenance work and track equipment data

• Develop maintenance plans and meet targets

• Wear required PPE

• Participate in committees

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Schedule:

Monday, Wednesday – Saturday 07:00 a.m. – 04:00 p.m. (Tuesday and Sunday off)

During probation, Monday – Friday 08:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m. (if possible)

Production maintenance, facility maintenance, preventive maintenance, motors, belts, bearings, pulleys, sprockets, chains, cylinders, troubleshoot machinery

You should be proficient in:

• Plumbing
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Repair
• HVAC Maintenance
• HVAC Troubleshooting
• HVAC Repair
• Welding Setups for Production
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• HVAC Systems
• Conveyor Systems