Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This Maintenance Technician role supports production operations by troubleshooting, repairing, and improving highly automated food manufacturing and packaging equipment. You will split your time between mechanical and electrical work, resolving issues ranging from simple adjustments to complete machine tear-downs, with a strong focus on automated and PLC-controlled systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment in a food manufacturing environment.

• Troubleshoot and repair components such as photo-eyes, sensors, gears, motor boxes, variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo drives, pumps, valves, and motors.

• Use HMI touch screens and Allen-Bradley PLC-controlled systems to identify and resolve equipment problems.

• Perform approximately 50% mechanical repairs and 50% electrical repairs on a daily basis.

• Conduct mechanical troubleshooting on conveyors and other moving equipment to minimize downtime.

• Perform electrical troubleshooting on control circuits, motors, drives, and related components.

• Carry out preventive maintenance tasks to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned breakdowns.

• Perform TIG and MIG welding on stainless steel and support custom fabrication work as needed.

• Work extensively on new and existing automated packaging and shrink-wrapping equipment, with a strong focus on electrical and control issues.

• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical prints, diagrams, and schematics to guide repair and installation work.

• Use personal tools and shop equipment safely and effectively to complete maintenance tasks.

• Collaborate with production operators to understand machine issues, many of which arise from operator error, and implement effective solutions.

• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying root causes of recurring problems and recommending corrective actions.

• Follow all safety and food manufacturing requirements, including proper use of PPE and adherence to facility procedures.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of combined electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, including experience with conveyors and moving equipment.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including work on motors, drives, sensors, and control components.

• Hands-on experience working with hydraulic components.

• Hands-on experience working with pneumatic components.

• Experience with conveyor maintenance and repair.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical prints and schematics.

• Proficiency with variable frequency drives (VFDs), including setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting.

• Experience working with sensors and photo-eyes in an automated environment.

• Ability to use HMI touch screens for machine operation and troubleshooting.

• Capability to perform both mechanical and electrical repairs with minimal supervision.

• Ownership and use of personal tools required to perform maintenance tasks safely and effectively.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of La Porte, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.94 - $32.94/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in La Porte,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.