Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic Hackettstown, NJ | Direct Hire | Full-Time | On-Site Superior Skilled Trades is hiring for a direct opportunity with a client in Hackettstown, NJ. We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial food manufacturing equipment while supporting safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.

Pay: $23 - $37 Schedule: Monday – Friday 3pm – 1am Responsibilities Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fryers, packaging equipment, conveyors, and other production machinery. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems. Maintain loading dock equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, motors, bearings, belts, gearboxes, and lubrication systems.

Complete and document preventive maintenance activities and respond quickly to equipment breakdowns. Identify potential equipment issues and take proactive steps to prevent production downtime. Work closely with Production, QA, and approved outside vendors. Assist with equipment selection, installation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Follow all safety, GMP, SQF, and USDA requirements. Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

2+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing. Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial processing and packaging equipment. Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Basic electrical troubleshooting skills are a plus. Ability to read equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

Proficiency with hand and power tools. Basic welding/fabrication experience is a plus. Forklift certification is a plus, or willingness to obtain one. Strong communication, organization, troubleshooting, and documentation skills. Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

What We Offer

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Opportunity to join a rapidly growing food manufacturing organization Direct-hire, full-time opportunity If you are interested in learning more about this role, please submit your resume for immediate consideration! INDH