General Mechanic - Black Seal

Location: Berkeley Heights
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Berkeley Heights, NJ Direct-Hire Monday through Friday – 1st Shift, 6AM or 7AM start time $34.84 to $40.61 Depending on experience classification and possession or pursuit of Black Seal HP Boiler Operator License) GENERAL MECHANIC – BLACK SEAL BOILER OPERATOR RESPONSIBILTIES Responsible for performing all functions necessary for plant maintenance in support of the overall site operations. Performs a variety of tasks including preventive, scheduled, and emergency mechanical maintenance and is a multi-craft mechanic with an emphasis on rotating equipment. Ensure workplace safety by participating in the Behavior Based Safety Observations while practicing and following all site safety policies, guidelines, and procedures. Complies with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures. Provides maintenance to plant utilities, equipment and rotating equipment repairs including American National Standards Institute, ANSI pump repair, mechanical seal installation/trouble shooting, alignment methods, bearing fits/tolerances and automation equipment trouble shooting and repair. Performs centrifugal pump repair inclusive of mechanical seal installation and other rotating equipment repair involving gear reduction drives, agitators and blowers. Executes additional general maintenance and repair duties including industrial pipe fitting (PVC and black iron), heat exchanger repair, rigging/crane use, etc. Identifies, diagnoses, and communicates issues that arise with equipment. Completes preventative maintenance duties and records critical information appropriately. Maintains outstanding housekeeping and 5S. Performs daily activities independently with minimal supervision or more complex projects with a team such as other maintenance personnel or Site Engineers while still maintaining communication with key stakeholders. Performs daily activities independently with minimal supervision or more complex projects with a team such as other maintenance personnel or Site Engineers while still maintaining communication with key stakeholders. Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements. Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents, and near misses promptly. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Minimum two (2) years of related industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is required, chemical manufacturing experience preferred. Experience with Boiler maintenance and repair required, Black Seal Boiler Operator experience required, Boiler Operator’s license strong plus. Piping experience and the ability to lay out and install PVC and black iron piping. Pump experience and the ability to rebuild centrifugal, lobe and air pumps. Overall plant knowledge of equipment designations and systems. Demonstrated knowledge of rotating equipment repairs, specifically American National Standards Institute, (ANSI) pump repair, mechanical seal installation/trouble shooting, alignment methods, bearing fits/tolerances, etc. Ability to utilize dial indicators, calipers and other measuring tools. Demonstrated knowledge of welded repair techniques for both structural and pipe materials. Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management System CMMS for creating and completing work orders. Experience wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves and a respirator. Excellent understanding of safety practices, specifically lockout tagout (LO/TO), Job Safety Analysis, (JSA) and best practices for maintenance tasks. Willingness to work a non-standard shift, weekends, and/or overtime, as required Completion of an apprenticeship program a strong plus LI-JJ1 Ref: 558-Scientific

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