Central Garden & Pet - Monroe Township, NJ
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time
Monroe Township, NJ
5,001-10,000 employees
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
About the position
The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic at Central Garden & Pet Company is responsible for managing electrical and mechanical projects within the facilities, focusing on equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance. This full-time position operates on a shift basis, specifically during the 2nd and 3rd shifts, and plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing equipment.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoots and repairs various manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
- Uses power and hand tools to perform repair and maintenance work.
- Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, and manufacturer's instructions.
- Installs, sets up, and tunes new injection molding machines or similar plastic molding systems.
- May install and maintain fixtures and facilities.
- Services equipment used by oiling, greasing, and adding gas as required.
- Fixes potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
- Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Preferred two or more years of experience as an industrial mechanic.
- Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and schematics.
- Skill in applying building and equipment maintenance/repair techniques.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Ability to work overtime with a flex schedule on the weekends.
- Requires some pushing, pulling, or lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Free Life and Disability Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of free online courses
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
- Referral Program with cash bonus
- Access to on-demand pay
- Paid parental leave
