Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

$30 - $35 per hour | Trenton, NJ | On-Site | Permanent

Maintenance Mechanic Opportunity / $30-$35 Per Hour Depending On Experience / Great Benefits & Growth Opportunity

A bit about us:

A well-established plastics manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support production operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving industrial machinery and mechanical systems. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, ensuring equipment reliability, and supporting a safe, efficient production environment.

Why join us?

Competitive compensation based on experience

Stable company with long-term growth opportunity

Hands-on role with variety and technical challenges

Collaborative team environment

Benefits package available

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery, motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and related equipment

Diagnose equipment issues and identify root causes of mechanical failures

Repair or replace defective components using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and measuring instruments

Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals

Adjust machine settings and operating parameters for optimal performance

Support molding machine operations, including setup adjustments and troubleshooting

Repair EOAT (End of Arm Tooling) and related automation components

Install and maintain conduit, wiring, copper piping, and PVC piping

Use testing equipment such as voltage/ohm meters, micrometers, calipers, and other precision tools

Maintain spare parts inventory and assist with ordering replacement components

Document maintenance activities in computerized maintenance systems

Coordinate with equipment vendors and service technicians when needed

Promote workplace safety and maintain a clean, organized maintenance area

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience

Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills in a manufacturing environment

Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings

Experience with preventive maintenance systems and maintenance documentation

Working knowledge of wiring, conduit, and industrial piping installation

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks

Preferred Experience

Plastic injection molding or automated manufacturing equipment experience

Exposure to robotics or automated tooling systems

Familiarity with continuous improvement practices

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