Industrial Electrician

Maintenance Electrician / Maintenance Technician

Dayton, NJ

Pay Rate: $34.76/hour

Night Shift: Additional $1.00/hour differential

Day Shift Available

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician / Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain plastic molding machinery and electro-mechanical equipment, including motors, pneumatic tools, hydraulic systems, conveyor systems, electrical devices, and production machinery. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Repair or replace components including bearings, filters, wiring, valves, gauges, switches, motors, and other electrical devices.
• Diagnose equipment failures by observing machine operation and conducting electrical and mechanical testing.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and make programming adjustments when necessary.
• Adjust, repair, or replace defective machine parts and control instruments.
• Install functional and structural components on production equipment.
• Initiate purchase orders for maintenance parts and equipment as needed.
• Lubricate, clean, and test equipment to verify operational performance.
• Support facility maintenance activities involving electrical controls, mechanical systems, plumbing, and HVAC controls.
• Participate in the on-call maintenance program and respond to emergency equipment breakdowns.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of maintenance, industrial electrician, or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Electrician License preferred but not required.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong PLC troubleshooting and programming capabilities.
• Excellent mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and maintenance best practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next).
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
• Ability to lift and move over 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work around moving machinery, electrical systems, vibration, and varying noise levels.

Company Overview

Our client is a global leader in industrial packaging solutions, providing metal, plastic, fiber, and hybrid packaging products to customers across industries including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, personal care, paints, and agriculture. The organization is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability.