Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining and improving process machinery and plant equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production operations. The Maintenance Technician performs complete job changes on production equipment, troubleshoots mechanical and electrical issues, and supports continuous improvement by working closely with engineering and plant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all process machinery and plant equipment in proper operating condition to support consistent production output.
• Perform complete job changes on production equipment, including mold changes and setups, to meet production requirements and schedules.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to diagnose issues, plan repairs, and support equipment modifications.
• Service and maintain injection molding presses, molds, grinders, pumps, motors, blenders, compressors, boilers, lighting and electrical systems, conveying systems, robots, automatic handling equipment, assembly machinery, and other specialized equipment and systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair process piping, valves, timers, thermocouples, fittings, gauges, solenoids, switches, and all types of hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and air systems.
• Set up, remove, inspect, and maintain molds of various sizes and complexities in automatic or semi-automatic presses so that molds and presses are fully ready for production.
• Perform insert changes, disassemble, clean, and reassemble molds according to production needs and quality standards.
• Install and remove auxiliary equipment such as insert loaders, material dryers, shrink fixtures, hot stamp machines, conveyors, sprue separators, and test equipment.
• Lubricate machines and equipment on a regular basis and carry out other general plant maintenance tasks as required.
• Develop and maintain accurate blueprints and documentation for equipment and systems.
• Instruct, direct, and train other employees on proper use, setup, and maintenance of equipment when needed.
• Manage and maintain spare parts inventory for various machines and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Consult and work closely with plant engineering and management to address equipment issues, improvements, and projects.
• Recognize when additional support or expertise is required and proactively seek appropriate assistance.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance skills with the ability to diagnose and repair complex machinery and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical or mechanical schematics.
• Experience working with injection molding presses and related equipment, or similar industrial machinery.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Ability to work independently, using a high degree of initiative and good judgment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think through issues and solutions without constant supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and air systems.
• Familiarity with process piping, valves, timers, thermocouples, fittings, gauges, solenoids, and switches.
• Background in working with grinders, pumps, motors, blenders, compressors, boilers, lighting and electrical systems, conveying systems, robots, automatic handling equipment, and assembly machinery.
• Ability to perform mold setup, removal, inspection, maintenance, cleaning, and reassembly for injection molding operations.
• Experience installing and maintaining auxiliary equipment such as material dryers, shrink fixtures, hot stamp machines, conveyors, sprue separators, and test equipment.
• Capability to develop and maintain blueprints and technical documentation.
• Experience training and guiding other employees in maintenance or equipment operation.
• Comfort working in a unionized environment and willingness to join the appropriate union as required.

Why Work Here?

You will join a manufacturing operation that values skilled trades professionals, independent thinking, and practical problem-solving. The environment offers exposure to a wide range of industrial equipment and technologies, providing strong opportunities to grow your technical expertise. You will work closely with engineering and plant leadership, contributing directly to production reliability and continuous improvement. The union setting supports clear work rules, structured representation, and a stable framework for your role and responsibilities.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing facility that operates Cincinnati Milacron injection mold machines and a range of industrial equipment. The environment is typical of heavy manufacturing and is not temperature controlled, so it can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The plant can be oily and dusty at times, and automated forklifts operate throughout the facility, requiring consistent attention to safety and situational awareness. This is a union environment, and employees in this role are expected to be comfortable working within union guidelines and joining the appropriate union. Work attire should be suitable for an industrial setting where exposure to oil, dust, and varying temperatures is common, and appropriate personal protective equipment will be necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of FLORENCE, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55120.00 - $55120.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in FLORENCE,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.