Maintenance Mechanic- 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic – 3rd Shift

Job Description

This role is for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic working on 3rd shift (9:00 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.) in a large, high-volume bakery production plant in Santa Ana, CA. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production, utilities, and facility equipment, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation of ovens, mixers, conveyor systems, and packaging equipment. The position requires working six days per week on either a Sunday–Friday or Monday–Saturday schedule and supporting continuous production in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform all maintenance tasks in a safe, efficient, and organized manner.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair general production equipment, utilities systems, and facility infrastructure to minimize downtime.
• Properly lubricate equipment, bearings, and gearboxes according to manufacturer specifications and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and malfunctions, diagnosing issues and implementing effective repairs.
• Inspect belts, rollers, gears, sprockets, chains, and related components for wear and replace or repair them prior to failure.
• Rebuild pumps, valves, gearboxes, and other general mechanical equipment as needed.
• Perform pipe fitting and welding on various metals and materials for equipment installation, modification, and repair.
• Conduct maintenance and repair of facility components, including plumbing, doors, walls, floors, roof, and ceilings.
• Maintain equipment parts, tools, and oil/grease barrels in a clean, orderly condition and ensure they are stored in the proper locations.
• Support the training and onboarding of new mechanic employees by sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Install new production and facility equipment as required, ensuring proper setup and functionality.
• Repair and fabricate guards, guides, rails, and related safety or support structures as needed.
• Provide maintenance support to other areas of the plant when required to meet production needs.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and minor electrical issues on process and facility equipment.
• Use manufacturer manuals, technical documentation, and equipment specifications to keep machinery in proper working condition.
• Collaborate closely with the inventory function to ensure critical and spare parts are available when needed.
• Document all parts taken from the stock room accurately to prevent discrepancies during inventory cycle counts.
• Follow the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program, completing scheduled tasks on time and documenting work performed in the appropriate system.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance mechanic or maintenance technician in an industrial or food production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to maintain and repair production, utilities, and facility equipment.
• Knowledge of the relationship between equipment and process conveying systems, including conveyor belts and related components.
• Ability to read and work from manufacturer owner’s manuals, specifications, and schematics.
• Proficiency in using standard machine shop and hand tools such as drills, saws, taps, dies, drill presses, hydraulic presses, horizontal and vertical saws, and bench tools.
• Capability to perform pipe fitting and welding on various metals and materials.
• Skill in rebuilding pumps, valves, gearboxes, and general mechanical equipment.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and correct mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and small electrical issues.
• Basic knowledge of analog and digital instrumentation and control systems, including PLCs and high-speed packaging equipment.
• Familiarity with bakery equipment, including commercial baking ovens and associated systems.
• Basic computer skills, including use of Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Experience working with a Preventive Maintenance database or software to document and track maintenance activities.
• Ability to operate scissor lifts, boom lifts, and powered industrial trucks (PIT), following all safety procedures.
• Commitment to following preventive maintenance programs and maintaining accurate documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the food industry or bakery production environment is highly beneficial.
• Experience in electrical maintenance or exposure to electrical systems is a plus.
• Experience with PLC-based controls and schematic reading is an advantage.
• Familiarity with high-speed packaging lines and conveyor belt systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with production, inventory, and maintenance teams.
• Ability to support training of new mechanics and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Why Work Here?

You will join a high-volume production environment where your technical skills have a direct impact on operational reliability and product quality. The facility offers consistent 3rd-shift work, regular overtime opportunities, and the chance to work with a wide range of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems that will broaden your experience. You will be part of a team-oriented culture that values safety, collaboration, and continuous learning, with opportunities to take on complex maintenance projects, support new equipment installations, and grow your expertise in food manufacturing technologies.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large bakery plant equipped with commercial ovens, mixers, conveyor belts, and high-speed packaging equipment producing items such as cookies. The environment includes varying temperatures, generally ranging from about 60&degree;F to 85&degree;F depending on the area of the plant, and frequent exposure to food production processes and aromas. You will work on 3rd shift from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., six days per week, in a fast-paced setting that requires attention to safety, cleanliness, and organization around moving machinery and hot equipment. Work involves using machine shop tools, lifts, and powered industrial vehicles, and requires wearing appropriate safety gear and attire suitable for an industrial food manufacturing environment.

This is a Permanent position based out of SANTA ANA, CA.

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $93600.00/yr.

medical, dental, PTO, sick pay, 401k

This is a fully onsite position in SANTA ANA,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

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.

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.