Entry Level Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Job Description

As a Process Technician, you prepare and set up injection molding machines for production runs, ensure they operate efficiently, and adjust molds and machine parameters to support consistent, high-quality output in a plastics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare injection molding machines for scheduled production runs, including setup, calibration, and basic pre-run checks.
• Ensure machines are running efficiently throughout the shift by monitoring performance, identifying issues, and making necessary adjustments.
• Change and modify molds as needed, including adjusting temperature and other process parameters to meet production and quality requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with industrial machinery.
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a global organization that offers competitive pay and shift structures, along with clear opportunities for growth and advancement. You will work in an environment that values skill development, reliability, and long-term career progression within a stable manufacturing operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hot, non-climate-controlled injection molding and plastics facility. You will work around industrial machinery and production equipment, following safety requirements such as wearing steel-toe footwear, protective eyewear, and other designated personal protective equipment. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, with a strong focus on safety, productivity, and teamwork.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Bardstown,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 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.