Mechanical Engineer jobs in Middlesex, NJ

Description:

• Ensure maximization of equipment uptime by inspecting machines regularly for signs of malfunctions and perform troubleshooting for production machinery. Monitor, identify and respond promptly to signs of malfunction in machinery.
• Establish necessary preventive maintenance programs for production lines, machines & equipment (conveyors, hydraulic presses, extruders, molding machines, gearboxes, motors, chillers, ovens, air compressors, forklifts, strapping machines).
• Install, assemble and test new machines, equipment and parts in manufacturing plant.
• Determine root causes of process problems and diminish occurrences in the manufacturing process.
• Perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Identify and replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner.
• Assist in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space.
• Stay informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies.
• Support all current and new product introductions.
• Ensure vendors/subcontractors are manufacturing products according to product specifications.
• Able to assist in reducing cost through re-engineering product/material.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills preferred (able to install and replace motors, heaters, sensors, switches, contactors, transformers, PLC and drives, read electrical schematics

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 7 years of equipment design experience ( They use Solidworks but open to software)
• Experience with installation & starting up equipment lines
• Strong troubleshooting experience with equipment: high speed manufacturing machines
• Industry knowledge of plastic & metal parts

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

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