Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Electrical Focus)
Location: Vineland, New Jersey
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift | 6:00 PM 6:30 AM

Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician with strong electrical troubleshooting skills to support critical food production operations. This role plays a key part in maximizing equipment uptime by completing preventive maintenance, executing repairs, and leading equipment upgradesespecially on electrical systems including motors, control panels, sensors, and power supply units.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems across production and packaging lines.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on motors, conveyors, sealers, and PLC-driven equipment.
• Wire and maintain 120V/240V single-phase and 480V three-phase systems safely and accurately.
• Diagnose and repair issues with photo-eyes, sensors, relays, proximity switches, and limit switches.
• Use Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to monitor and adjust machine operating parameters.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Support changeovers and equipment adjustments for various SKUs and production specs.
• Collaborate with machine operators and management to minimize downtime and optimize output.
• Maintain glue and adhesive systems on packaging lines, ensuring alignment and consistency.
• Support boiler, compressor, water treatment, and HVAC equipment maintenance as needed.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP or similar) to log work orders and PMs.
• Identify and replace bearings, seals, gaskets, belts, and other mechanical parts.
• Maintain and organize electrical components, tools, and spare parts inventory.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification in Industrial Electricity, Mechatronics, or Controls preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a food, beverage, or packaging manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical troubleshooting, wiring, and control systems.
• Familiarity with PLC-based equipment, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and HMIs.
• Ability to safely use multimeters, megohmmeters, and other electrical test equipment.
• OSHA knowledge and Lockout/Tagout safety compliance required.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset to anticipate and prevent issues.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Basic computer skills for maintenance documentation and CMMS systems.