Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Maintenance Technician A – Production Food Manufacturing Client | Linden, NJ Shift: Day Shift

Important — Cold Environment Notice This position operates in a refrigerated production environment, with parts of the facility running as cold as 34–38°F and freezer areas dropping below freezing. Candidates must be comfortable working in cold conditions for extended periods.

What You'll Be Doing

Performing advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on production equipment including conveyors, automated machinery, and packaging lines

Diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic/hydraulic issues with minimal supervision

Leading or supporting major repairs, equipment overhauls, and planned shutdown work

Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical schematics

Working with PLCs to troubleshoot automated equipment faults

Mentoring junior technicians (Tech B/C) on the floor as needed

Documenting all maintenance activity through the CMMS system

Following GMP, food safety, and safety protocols on the production floor

What We're Looking For

5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

Direct experience with conveyors and automated production equipment

PLC troubleshooting experience required

Food manufacturing background strongly preferred

Comfortable working in a cold/refrigerated environment for the duration of the shift

Ability to work independently and lead on complex repairs

Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset