Senior Maintenance Mechanic in Lakewood, New Jersey at Gellert Global Group

Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products) and has been involved in importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety and information technology, and supplies the needs of retailers, distributors, foodservice chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.

Summary/Objective:

The Senior Maintenance worker’s job is to perform routine and extensive range of work in the repair and general maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment under general supervision. In this role you will execute work within established procedures and process under both verbal and written instructions.

Essential Function:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• Support the installation, setup, modification, and teardown of new and existing production lines to meet operational and production requirements.
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee outside contractors and service providers; ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to company standards.
• Evaluate equipment performance and facility needs; research, recommend, test equipment to diagnose malfunctions and support the acquisition of new machinery, tools, and suppliers.
• Clean or lubricate shafts, bearings gears or other parts of machinery.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts, using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment.
• Move and assist in transportation of furniture and equipment.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and other health and safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in related field.
• General knowledge of various types of mechanical equipment.
• General knowledge of electrical engineering, plumbing, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics and PLC.
• Able to successfully complete boiler operator training for license.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams.
• Willing to work flexible hours and shifts.
• Willing to be on call and respond to after-hour emergencies.
• Communicate efficiently and fluently in both written and verbal forms.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.
• Attention to details to ensure quality of work.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 plus bonus

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts

• Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program

• Happiness:

• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)
• Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team building events

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@gellertglobalgroup.com.