Maintenance Mechanic- PLC

Role:
Maintenance Mechanic

Location:

Swedesboro, NJ

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, changing over, and repairing plant equipment—including processing, packaging, and support systems—to ensure optimal quality, productivity, and safety.

• Perform regular and preventive maintenance to minimize unscheduled downtime.
• Efficiently execute equipment changeovers.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Fabricate parts or materials to maintain/upgrade equipment as needed.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and exploded parts diagrams.
• Complete corrective actions and write work orders using MVP software.
• Initiate purchase of parts and materials to support the maintenance program.
• Follow proper Lockout/Tagout, confined space, and hot work permit procedures.
• Recommend equipment upgrades and improvements.
• Maintain craftsmanship standards and ownership of work performed.
• Report breakdowns exceeding 10 minutes to Supervisor.
• Learn and understand PLCs (Programmable Logic Controls) and ladder logic.
• Participate in training and upskilling for new technologies.

• Operate basic computer programs (email, MVP, Microsoft Office).
• Assist with vendor coordination for assigned projects.
• Support other mechanics as needed.
• Perform carpentry, plumbing, and masonry work when required.
• Adhere to GMP, safety, and environmental guidelines.
• Report safety hazards to Supervisor or EHS Department.

• Electrical experience preferred.
• Experience reading technical diagrams, tables, gauges, and instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, and over 50 lbs with assistance.
• Comfortable working in elevated, confined, wet, cold, or hot environments.
• Capable of climbing ladders up to 30 feet.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

• Ability to read and write standard correspondence and interpret technical documentation.
• Perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide, fractions, decimals).
• Understand and convert measurement units.

• Regular mobility across the production floor.
• Frequent use of hand/power tools and machinery.
• Frequent reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Occasional exposure to loud noise, fumes, extreme temperatures, and moving parts.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Exposure to wet, cold, or humid environments.
• High noise levels and mechanical operations.
• Potential contact with caustic chemicals and electrical components.
• Elevated or confined workspace conditions.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Disability Insurance

Compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

DBSI Services is widely recognized as one of the industry’s fastest growing staffing agencies. Thanks to our longstanding experience in various industries, we have the capacity to build meaningful, long-lasting relationships with all our clients. Our success is a result of our commitment to the best people, the best solutions, and the best results.

• Founded in 1995
• Privately Owned Corporation
• Managing Partner Business Model
• Headquartered in New Jersey
• US Based Engineers Only
• Methodology and Process Driven

Top performing engineers are the foundation of our business. Our priority is building strong relationships with each employment candidate we work with. You can trust our professional recruiters to invest the time required to fully understand your skills, explore your professional goals and help you find the right career opportunities.