Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

This role is a master-level maintenance mechanic position on the 2nd shift in a high-volume production facility. You will focus primarily on mechanical troubleshooting and repair of production and packaging equipment, ensuring reliable operation of mixers, motors, pumps, conveyors, and related systems. The role is heavily hands-on and centers on reactive maintenance, working closely with the lead mechanic to prioritize tasks and support capital projects when needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical components across the production facility.
• Diagnose and repair mixers, motors, conveyors, and related processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair gearboxes and hydraulic pumps to maintain optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot palletizers, shrink wrappers, and other packaging equipment to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair pneumatic components used in production and packaging systems.
• Perform mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting tasks for pumps and other mechanical systems.
• Use and interpret blueprints and schematics to identify issues and plan repairs.
• Support capital expenditure (CapEx) projects as needed, including installation and modification of equipment.
• Perform primarily reactive maintenance, working with the lead mechanic to determine and prioritize daily tasks.
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities when required to reduce future equipment failures.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with facility procedures and PPE requirements.
• Maintain and use personal tools effectively to perform mechanical repairs and maintenance.

Essential Skills

• At least 7 years of industrial maintenance experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting skills, including pumps, motors, conveyors, and mixers.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting hydraulic systems and hydraulic pumps.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair packaging equipment such as palletizers and shrink wrappers.
• Ability to read, understand, and utilize blueprints and schematics for mechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance practices in an industrial setting.
• Capability to perform welding tasks as part of mechanical repair and maintenance work.
• Ownership and effective use of personal tools required for mechanical maintenance.
• Comfort spending the majority of working time (up to approximately 95%) on mechanical troubleshooting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a mixing environment or food manufacturing facility is beneficial.
• Familiarity with mechanical pumps and related industrial equipment.
• Experience working within a high-volume production or packaging environment.
• Ability to collaborate with leads and other team members to prioritize maintenance activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on complex mechanical issues.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive production environment that values skilled trades and hands-on expertise. Once hired on permanently, team members receive strong benefits and enjoy steady, full-time hours. The facility offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of industrial equipment, build advanced troubleshooting skills, and contribute directly to the reliability and efficiency of operations.

Work Environment

This role is on the 2nd shift, working Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with an expected schedule of approximately 40 to 48 hours per week. The work takes place in a production facility where the environment can include strong smells such as glue and paint. Electronics are not permitted on the production floor, and employees must follow safety protocols, including wearing steel-toe footwear and other required personal protective equipment (PPE). The setting is hands-on, industrial, and fast-paced, with regular interaction with mixers, pumps, conveyors, packaging equipment, and other mechanical systems.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 South Bend,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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.