Lead Mechanic

Reochem•Freehold, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Freehold, NJ Plant is looking for a self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented Lead Mechanic to be part of our growing team. People that take the initiative and action to pursue production line goals and complete tasks. People that are thorough and accurate in accomplishing tasks. People that hold a high standard for safety, quality, production, and teamwork. If you are this person, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

At least 10 years’ experience in manufacturing or related field
At least 5 years’ experience in leadership position in manufacturing or related field
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong mechanical background and general building maintenance experience
Demonstrated equipment troubleshooting ability
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to work a 24/5 non-rotating schedule with occasional scheduled Saturday overtime
Must be able to read, and interpret mechanical and electrical prints, schematics, & documents

Nice To Haves

Advanced skills or trades training related to industrial maintenance (welding, fabrication, machining, precision alignment, vibration/ultrasonic/thermography analysis, etc.)
Blow Molding or Liquid Filling experience (filler, capper, drop packer, palletizer)
Troubleshooting and installation of low voltage electrical components and systems
Knowledge of industry standard motion sensing & control devices
Expert knowledge of DC & AC motors & drives (AB preferred)
Skilled in PLC programming & HMI interface configuration (such as Panel View etc.)

Responsibilities

Actively participate in the continual improvement of the Plant’s safety culture
Responsible for conforming to all Plant Health, Environment, Safety, and Security (EHS) policies and procedures
Lead team of 1-2 mechanics and 1 electrician during shift to conduct repairs, communicate findings, improve team capability, and continuously improve operation efficiency
Delegate and coordinate team to ensure completion of weekly work order schedule
Responsible for mechanical troubleshooting, corrective repair, and preventive/predictive maintenance of production and facility equipment. Assets in this multi-faceted plant are inclusive of chemical blending (Pumps, Valves, Agitators), Bottle Blow Molding (Blow Molders, Labelers, Trimmers), and liquid product filling (Liquid Fillers, drops packers, case formers, palletizers, and stretch wrappers) as well as other general facility equipment (chillers, cooling towers, compressors, etc.)
Support production to ensure equipment is continuously running in its most efficient state, including assisting at times with change over and set up of production lines
Clearly communicate issues faced during shift at hand-off, and to identify defects and improvements with detailed information and recommendations for work order generation
Interpret drawings and manuals to determine the best course of action when resolving issues, and assist in the planning of difficult jobs
Ensure assigned work orders are completed correctly, safely, and to the highest quality standard
Work directly with contractors regarding new or existing projects and repairs
Achieve expert-level understanding of site equipment and use knowledge to support, direct, and train maintenance team members
Comply with plant safety, quality, GMPs, current standard practices and all other plant rules, policies/procedures