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Cornerstone Building Brands lists this Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift opportunity in north brunswick, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift
The Extrusion Maintenance Technician Level II is responsible for performing intermediate-level maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of extrusion equipment and supporting systems. This role ensures optimal equipment performance, minimizes downtime, and supports production goals through proactive and corrective maintenance activities.
Key responsibilities include:
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
Replace and align components such as screws, barrels, gearboxes, heaters, motors, and sensors.
Assist with die changes, calibrations, and setup support.
Additional responsibilities include:
Identify root causes of equipment failures and recurring issues.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Perform basic PLC diagnostics including input/output checks.
Participate in root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
Recommend improvements to increase uptime and efficiency.
Support 5S and TPM initiatives.
Follow all safety procedures including LOTO.
Ensure repairs meet OSHA and company standards.
Maintain clean and organized work areas.
Document maintenance work and downtime in CMMS.
Communicate shift status to team members.
Work with production, supervisors, and engineering.
Provide support during startups and shutdowns.
Train Level I technicians on basic maintenance tasks.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred.
3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in extrusion.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
Basic PLC troubleshooting experience.
Ability to use diagnostic and precision tools.
Preferred Experience:
Extrusion equipment including screws, dies, and downstream equipment.
Heating/cooling systems and tooling maintenance.
Competencies:
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently.
Good communication and teamwork.
Attention to detail and time management.
Physical Requirements:
Lift up to 50 lbs.
Stand, walk, bend, and climb.
Work in heat, noise, and industrial conditions.
Work Environment:
Manufacturing plant setting.
May require overtime and shift work.
Level II Differentiation:
Independently troubleshoot most issues.
Handle moderately complex repairs without supervision.
Mentor junior technicians.
Participate in improvement initiatives.
Additional Information:
Site Location: 1 Silverline Dr. North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902
Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?
Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.
*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Notice of Recruitment Fraud
We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.
Worksite address
north brunswick, NJ, 08902, US
Who can apply
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