Maintenance Mechanic

Scientific Search
Swedesboro, NJ

Location: Swedesboro, NJ

Job Summary

  • Repair and maintain machinery and equipment in accordance with diagrams, operational manuals and manufacturing specifications
  • Direct mechanic helpers engaged in repairing and maintaining parts of machinery and equipment
  • Diagnosing malfunctions in equipment and machinery based on observation of machinery and applying knowledge from experience.
  • Follow operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications
  • Perform preventive maintenance functions as directed
  • Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators to assist with repairs and troubleshooting
  • Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown in line with OSHA requirements.
  • Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
  • Interpret specifications, blueprints and job orders to workers
  • Anticipate potential problem areas and delegate course of action to be taken
  • Know where emergency STOP, and START/STOP buttons are located
  • Responsible for following all Lock Out/Tag Out procedures for machine when necessary
  • Must be safety conscious
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
  • Complete a Food Safety Incident Report if an incident occurs
  • Follow all company GMP procedures.
  • Support without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.
  • Willing to work any shift and overtime as required
  • Perform all special requests by Lead Mechanic/Maintenance Supervisor/ Maintenance Manager

The client offers a competitive salary package that is dependent on qualifications and experience, as well as a strong benefit package, plus participation in a company-wide bonus plan. For immediate consideration and faster response, please forward current resume to: sb@scientificsearch.com. Please include job #19778 in subject line. Please note