Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician repairs, maintains, and optimizes production machinery and equipment in the PLE department to ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient operations. This role focuses on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and effective spare parts management to maximize equipment uptime across multiple production shifts.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain all machines and equipment in the PLE department to support safety, product quality, and production efficiency.
• Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on production equipment to quickly identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance on all equipment to maximize uptime and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Manage spare parts inventory by maintaining an organized, up-to-date list of parts on hand and their storage locations.
• Conduct daily equipment checks during production to identify potential issues before they impact operations.
• Use documentation, schematics, and technical manuals to diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical problems.
• Troubleshoot PLC systems, 480V electrical systems, three-phase motors, and wiring as needed to keep equipment running reliably.
• Follow established SOPs and GMPs when working on equipment to maintain compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Collaborate with production staff to understand equipment issues and prioritize maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by recommending maintenance-related process improvements.
• Work assigned shift and required overtime, including every other weekend, to support 24/7 production needs.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with 480V systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting for production equipment.
• Proficiency working with three-phase motors, including installation, wiring, and diagnostics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Solid mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues on production equipment.
• Effective troubleshooting skills to quickly identify and resolve equipment problems.
• Ability to organize and manage spare parts inventory with clear documentation.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to SOPs and GMPs when performing maintenance work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Food manufacturing experience, particularly in environments with strict quality and safety standards.
• Familiarity with SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Experience in electrical maintenance within a regulated manufacturing setting.
• Experience working in facilities that meet FDA, USDA, Organic, and Kosher standards.
• Comfort working across multiple shifts and supporting weekend production as needed.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a highly specialized production environment that focuses on quality, consistency, and innovation in food packaging. The facility operates with clear standards and structured procedures, providing a stable and organized workplace. Team members benefit from a culture that values safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable operations, while offering steady work across multiple shifts and opportunities to apply and grow technical maintenance skills in a modern manufacturing setting.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a manufacturing facility that specializes in co-packing a wide range of organic, conventional, and medical food products into Tetra Pak aseptic packages. The operation adheres to FDA, USDA, Organic, and Kosher standards, with a strong emphasis on cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance. Maintenance technicians support equipment across 1st shift (7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.), 2nd shift (3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.), and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.), and are required to work overtime every other weekend on both Saturday and Sunday. Overtime is compensated at 1.5x after 40 hours and 2x on Sundays. Personal protective equipment is required, including hair and beard nets, company-issued uniforms, and/or lab coats, reflecting the facility’s strict hygiene and food safety standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saline, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $65000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Decent pay for entry‑level roles: Workers describe compensation as fair for starting positions.Significant overtime availability: Many employees highlight “plenty of overtime,” which can substantially increase earnings.Predictable scheduling: A structured “12 days on, 2 days off” rotation is common.Stable work environment: Reviews describe the job as steady, though not necessarily a long‑term career path.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saline,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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.

\nCompany 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.