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Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift
NJ - Swedesboro
Utilize Your Strong Electromechanical Skills to Support Equipment Installation, Repair and Maintenance at a Large Facility Producing Healthy Foods
Enjoy a Positive Culture, Competitive Pay and Benefits, and More at a Company Driven by Strong Values
Top reasons to build your maintenance technician career with Bonduelle Fresh Americas. You will:
- Earn a competitive pay PLUS participation in a weekly attendance lottery!
- Earn up to a $1,000 sign on BONUS - to be paid out in weekly $50 increments until the associate reaches their $1,000 allotment.
- Work a 1st shift role, starting at 5am on a rotating weekly schedule of 4 10s.
- Work as an important member of a skilled maintenance team.
- Enjoy a positive, team-oriented culture.
- Support the production of healthy, sustainable foods.
- Enjoy healthcare benefits the first of the month after 30 days of employment, a company matched 401(k) the first of the month after 60 days of employment, tuition reimbursement, and more.
The Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent; associate degree in Electronics Technology or another relevant focus, equivalent certification or completion of an accredited apprenticeship preferred
- Advanced skills and knowledge of PLC systems (ideally Allen Bradley and Siemens), hydraulic equipment (packaging and sealing machinery), and automation equipment required
- 5 years of experience in the electronics field including a minimum of 2 years of experience working as a maintenance technician
- At least 2 years of experience working in a high-volume food manufacturing (preferred), industrial manufacturing or similar environment Quick question for you - click here
- Experience in a controls or PLC technician role a plus
- Proven electromechanical skills
- Functional knowledge of mechanical components (valves, pipe fittings, bearings, motors, gearboxes, etc.)
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in mechanical systems
- Ability to read and understand electronic and electrical schematics
- Solid computer skills including basic Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work both independently and as a strong team member, completing objectives efficiently
- Willingness to work 10+ hour shifts on a regular basis, as shifts last until end of production (which can vary substantially) and OT may regularly be required
- Willingness to work in a refrigerated (34°F) environment Quick question for you - click here
The Role
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, as Maintenance Technician, your primary responsibilities will be to proactively troubleshoot, diagnose and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and plant support equipment. Daily you will interact with leadership, Production and Quality Assurance team members, and other maintenance technicians to meet an overall mission to maximize plant output, efficiency, quality and safety. Your duties will be performed in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment where team members are involved with overhauling existing and installing new equipment.
Specifically, you will:
- Identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical problems on plant facility and production equipment; performing emergency troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
- Perform preventative maintenance and document maintenance concerns/resolutions; provide action plans and status reports as needed.
- Complete work orders.
- Recognize and correct potential equipment failure or unsafe conditions.
- Performing tear downs, set-up of equipment.
- Inspect, operate and/or test the facility's equipment to diagnose issues; dismantle the equipment, machines or facility to access and remove defective parts; diagnose problems utilizing blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary.
- Ensure that all work performed meets required codes (OSHA, City and Federal) and is in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
About Us
Bonduelle Fresh Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bonduelle (BON.PA), and home of the
Ready Pac Foods brand. For over 45 years, Ready Pac Foods has been a leader in offering the most innovative fresh food products to consumers around the world. With four processing facilities throughout the U.S., we focus on fresh vegetables, salads and fresh meal solutions for the Americas. We manufacture a complete range of products featuring fresh produce and protein under the company’s Ready Pac Foods®, Bistro®, Ready Snax®, Cool Cuts®, elevĀte™ and Bonduelle Fresh Picked™ brands.
Utilize Your Strong Electromechanical Skills to Support Equipment Installation, Repair and Maintenance at a Large Facility Producing Healthy Foods
Enjoy a Positive Culture, Competitive Pay and Benefits, and More at a Company Driven by Strong Values
Top reasons to build your maintenance technician career with Bonduelle Fresh Americas. You will:
- Earn a competitive pay PLUS participation in a weekly attendance lottery!
- Earn up to a $1,000 sign on BONUS - to be paid out in weekly $50 increments until the associate reaches their $1,000 allotment.
- Work a 1st shift role, starting at 5am on a rotating weekly schedule of 4 10s.
- Work as an important member of a skilled maintenance team.
- Enjoy a positive, team-oriented culture.
- Support the production of healthy, sustainable foods.
- Enjoy healthcare benefits the first of the month after 30 days of employment, a company matched 401(k) the first of the month after 60 days of employment, tuition reimbursement, and more.
The Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent; associate degree in Electronics Technology or another relevant focus, equivalent certification or completion of an accredited apprenticeship preferred
- Advanced skills and knowledge of PLC systems (ideally Allen Bradley and Siemens), hydraulic equipment (packaging and sealing machinery), and automation equipment required
- 5 years of experience in the electronics field including a minimum of 2 years of experience working as a maintenance technician
- At least 2 years of experience working in a high-volume food manufacturing (preferred), industrial manufacturing or similar environment Quick question for you - click here
- Experience in a controls or PLC technician role a plus
- Proven electromechanical skills
- Functional knowledge of mechanical components (valves, pipe fittings, bearings, motors, gearboxes, etc.)
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in mechanical systems
- Ability to read and understand electronic and electrical schematics
- Solid computer skills including basic Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work both independently and as a strong team member, completing objectives efficiently
- Willingness to work 10+ hour shifts on a regular basis, as shifts last until end of production (which can vary substantially) and OT may regularly be required
- Willingness to work in a refrigerated (34°F) environment Quick question for you - click here
The Role
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, as Maintenance Technician, your primary responsibilities will be to proactively troubleshoot, diagnose and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and plant support equipment. Daily you will interact with leadership, Production and Quality Assurance team members, and other maintenance technicians to meet an overall mission to maximize plant output, efficiency, quality and safety. Your duties will be performed in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment where team members are involved with overhauling existing and installing new equipment.
Specifically, you will:
- Identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical problems on plant facility and production equipment; performing emergency troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
- Perform preventative maintenance and document maintenance concerns/resolutions; provide action plans and status reports as needed.
- Complete work orders.
- Recognize and correct potential equipment failure or unsafe conditions.
- Performing tear downs, set-up of equipment.
- Inspect, operate and/or test the facility's equipment to diagnose issues; dismantle the equipment, machines or facility to access and remove defective parts; diagnose problems utilizing blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary.
- Ensure that all work performed meets required codes (OSHA, City and Federal) and is in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
About Us
Bonduelle Fresh Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bonduelle (BON.PA), and home of the
Ready Pac Foods brand. For over 45 years, Ready Pac Foods has been a leader in offering the most innovative fresh food products to consumers around the world. With four processing facilities throughout the U.S., we focus on fresh vegetables, salads and fresh meal solutions for the Americas. We manufacture a complete range of products featuring fresh produce and protein under the company’s Ready Pac Foods®, Bistro®, Ready Snax®, Cool Cuts®, elevĀte™ and Bonduelle Fresh Picked™ brands.