Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of index stretch, blow mold, and support equipment. You will perform processing and mechanical adjustments to ensure high-quality production output that meets or exceeds customer expectations. Serving as the primary point of contact, you will support, direct, and train others in equipment processing, preventative maintenance, and changeovers.

Responsibilities

• Follow all established safety rules and guidelines, and communicate hazards and safety issues to coworkers and supervisors.
• Complete all required clean room training and maintain compliance at all times.
• Observe production, packaging, and mechanical equipment, including electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, to ensure efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot production, packaging, and mechanical equipment to locate and repair malfunctions.
• Dismantle machinery and mechanical equipment using appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to remove and repair defective parts.
• Determine and order appropriate materials and parts needed for equipment service/repair.
• Perform preventative maintenance and changeovers on machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls using schematics.
• Use blueprints, drawings, sketches, layouts, and equipment manuals to identify machine malfunctions.
• Inspect products for quality defects and notify the quality technician or supervisor of any issues.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with established safety and quality standards.
• Effectively communicate with all internal departments.
• Maintain housekeeping of all assigned areas and apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to meet plant goals.

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Mechanical repair and maintenance
• Preventive maintenance
• Proficiency with hand tools
• Knowledge of industrial equipment, especially in hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyors
• Experience with high-tech equipment
• Electrical troubleshooting including 480 V systems, PLC/VFD, relays, breakers, and components

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Injection and blow molding experience is a huge plus
• Plastics experience is a huge plus
• Experience in pharmaceutical or related industries is beneficial
• Multicraft mechanic skills
• Industrial electrical experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years machinery operator/maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Excellent computer knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability to changes in the work environment
• Willingness to work all shifts and required overtime as needed

Why Work Here?

Join a family-friendly environment where you can enjoy great pay and benefits. You will have opportunities for pay increases as you complete training, and you will be part of a supportive team that values work-life balance.

Work Environment

The work environment includes both day and night shifts. The day shift operates Monday through Friday from 7am to 3pm, while the night shift follows a 2-2-3 schedule from 6:45pm to 7am, with a $1 shift differential. Training involves working with a technician until you are comfortable, which may range from one week to a month, depending on individual progress.

This is a Permanent position based out of Blythewood, SC.

The pay range for this position is $66560.00 - $68640.00/yr.

Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave

This is a fully onsite position in Blythewood,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 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.