Job Description

Industrial Maintenance Technician (Millwright)

Superior Skilled Trades is hiring for a direct opportunity with a client in Hackettstown, NJ.

Pay: $35–$50/hr, based on experience

Schedule: Monday – Friday 9pm – 7am

Location: Hackettstown, NJ

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician/Millwright to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, install, and upgrade industrial food manufacturing equipment. This role is critical to keeping high-volume production running safely and efficiently while minimizing downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair industrial equipment including fryers, ovens, packaging machinery, conveyors, boilers, burners, compressors, and control systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to emergency breakdowns
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other equipment issues
• Install, commission, modify, and upgrade new and existing equipment
• Perform welding, fabrication, machining, plumbing, HVAC, and general millwright work as needed
• Assist with PLC troubleshooting and control system issues
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and maintenance inventory
• Work closely with Production and Quality teams to minimize downtime
• Coordinate with outside vendors when specialized support is required
• Follow all safety, GMP, USDA, SQF, PPE, and Lockout/Tagout requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance or related technical experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience with several of the following: millwright, welding, machining, fabrication, electrical, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, plumbing, or compressed air systems
• Strong understanding of industrial tools, machinery, and maintenance practices
• Ability to safely work around large, complex industrial equipment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer skills, including email, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work onsite in Hackettstown, NJ

Preferred Experience

• Industrial food manufacturing or other manufacturing environments
• Trade school or technical training
• Background as a Millwright, Industrial Mechanic, Electrician, HVAC Technician, Welder, Machinist, or similar skilled trade
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry materials
• Ability to use ladders and stairs regularly
• Comfortable working in hot, humid, wet, and industrial environments
• Ability to wear required PPE

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health and wellness-focused work environment

If you are interested in learning more about this role, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!

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