Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician will independently maintain, repair, and improve hydraulic-driven presses and auxiliary equipment in a rubber injection manufacturing facility. This role focuses on diagnosing and resolving mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, supporting production uptime across multiple shifts, and contributing to ongoing equipment upgrades and facility improvements.

Responsibilities

• Independently modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of injection presses and auxiliary equipment in a rubber manufacturing environment.

• Diagnose mechanical problems and provide quick, innovative solutions for equipment breakdowns using advanced skills in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and troubleshooting.

• Identify and resolve electrical faults and failures by performing control system analysis and interpreting PLC ladder logic diagrams.

• Maintain and troubleshoot plant support equipment including air compressors, chillers, water towers, and fire systems.

• Support timely and effective line handovers between shifts by completing accurate documentation and clearly briefing the Maintenance team and Production Supervisors on progress and issues.

• Independently conduct preventive maintenance activities according to established PM schedules and standards.

• Train other team members to perform equipment changeovers, setups, and takedowns safely and efficiently.

• Recommend and implement solutions to both routine and unique equipment problems, including fabricating or modifying components when needed.

• Respond to equipment issues promptly and in a customer-focused manner to minimize downtime.

• Solve problems independently in line with standard guidelines and procedures, and develop new procedures for non-routine or complex issues as required.

• Maintain high standards of organization and housekeeping in all work areas.

• Integrate plant, quality, safety, and security policies into all daily activities and decision-making.

• Follow all maintenance, sanitation, and Environmental Health and Safety protocols at all times.

• Demonstrate reliable attendance and dependability in accordance with company standards.

• Perform all other related duties as assigned by leadership.

Essential Skills

• 7+ years of maintenance experience in a Tier 1 manufacturing environment.

• 5+ years of electrical troubleshooting experience on industrial machinery.

• 5+ years of hydraulic troubleshooting experience.

• Proven ability to independently modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on presses and auxiliary equipment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude, including advanced skills in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and troubleshooting.

• Ability to navigate PLCs to identify issues and interpret PLC ladder logic diagrams for control system analysis.

• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance programs and scheduled PM activities.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions quickly.

• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors as a quality-focused, service-oriented team player.

• Ownership of a basic toolbox suitable for industrial maintenance work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with stamping equipment.

• Experience with plastic injection processes.

• Experience with rubber injection processes.

• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC systems.

• Welding or fabrication experience.

• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment is beneficial.

• Ability to train and mentor others on equipment changeover, setup, and takedown.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a union environment with strong benefits, including attractive insurance premiums and deductibles, as well as both 401(k) and pension contributions for every hour worked. The maintenance team has a clearly defined pay structure with three skill-based levels and the opportunity to advance based on demonstrated ability and testing, including the potential to move up a level after accumulating a set number of working hours. The facility is actively investing in new equipment and infrastructure, including new presses and upgraded ventilation systems, offering a modernizing work environment and exposure to updated technology.

Work Environment

This role is based in a rubber injection manufacturing facility that uses hydraulic-driven presses to mold hot rubber into flexible products. The plant has a noticeable hot rubber odor throughout the production areas. The environment is not temperature controlled, so it can be hot in the summer while remaining relatively comfortable in the winter. Operations run across three shifts: 1st shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 2nd shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and 3rd shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with the work week on Sunday night for the 3rd shift. The site consists of three large facilities, each approximately 150,000 to 200,000 square feet, located side by side. The company is actively upgrading machinery, including the installation of new presses and enhancements to the ventilation systems. The role involves working around heavy industrial equipment, hydraulic and electrical systems, and plant utilities such as compressors, chillers, and water towers, following all safety and environmental protocols.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $74817.60 - $74817.60/yr.

direct hire, benefits start 1st of the month following hire date.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.