Technical Maintenance Operator

Reckitt • Hillsborough Township, NJ

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About The Position

As a Technical Operator, you will maintain, operate, and improve equipment to meet operational targets for safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery. The role calls for solid engineering knowledge, typically gained through an apprenticeship, and involves working within an autonomous team, following production standards, focusing on continuous improvement, and applying analytical and coaching skills. As the owner of a packing line, you will often lead a small team of 3–5 operators to deliver KPIs and optimize line efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience with high-speed packaging lines in FMCG, food, chemical, or pharmaceutical environments is required.
• Time-served engineer with mechanical and/or electrical training.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of engineering practices, GMP, and KPI-driven operations.
• Ability to balance operational responsibilities with performance optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement using CI tools and a problem-solving approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify potential problems early and develop suitable contingencies.
• Excellent teamwork and team-building skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, repair, and improve production lines to deliver the production plan at maximum efficiency and quality.
• Lead daily performance reviews and ensure timely corrective actions; ensure team members are trained to required standards.
• Coordinate operator activities to optimize skills and resources.
• Plan, resource, and continuously improve changeovers to minimize waste and meet area targets.
• Drive ongoing improvement in team performance and equipment reliability.
• Plan and lead maintenance tasks, ensuring repair activities are logged in CMMS and autonomous and planned maintenance is completed.
• Lead breakdown response and coordinate engineering activities.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative actions.
• Escalate line stoppages or prolonged breakdowns according to timelines.

Benefits

• Parental benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health.
• Life insurance for all employees globally.
• Global share plans offering the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes.
• Short-term incentives for eligible roles.
• Other benefits in line with the local market.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed