SST Direct

Millwright

JC - Hackettstown, NJ - Full Time

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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