Maintenance Tech

Mauser Packaging Solutions • South Plainfield, NJ

11d • $29 - $36

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech performs preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment and machinery in a manufacturing environment. The role includes identifying mechanical problems, replacing defective parts, maintaining equipment cleanliness and lubrication, and completing work orders to support safety, reduce downtime and scrap, improve product quality, and increase plant efficiency. The employee must follow work instructions and safety procedures, including PPE and Lockout/Tagout requirements, and help maintain a safe, orderly plant.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of experience in a maintenance-related position within a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to interpret documents such as procedure manuals, blueprints, schematics, charts, and diagrams.
• Ability to use precision measuring devices, including amp meters, electric meters, and hydraulic gauges.
• Basic understanding of systems, equipment, and schematics.
• Ability to solve practical problems and handle situations with limited standardization; good troubleshooting skills.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and use of decimals and fractions.
• Ability to work in a mature and professional manner, demonstrate personal responsibility, and perform assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Follow all work instructions and safety policies, including the use of PPE and safety equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on production equipment and machinery.
• Repair basic mechanical components and replace machine parts such as bearings, filters, wiring, valves, gauges, and switches.
• Observe and listen to mechanical devices in operation to identify causes of problems.
• Dismantle devices to access and remove defective parts.
• Lubricate and clean machinery and support equipment to maintain housekeeping and preventive maintenance standards.
• Complete work orders to maintain safety, reduce downtime and scrap, improve production quality, and improve plant efficiency.
• Follow safety rules and procedures, including the Lockout/Tagout program, maintain housekeeping, and observe operations to help ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Paid time off
• Other competitive benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED