Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

• This role focuses on independently maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving hydraulic-driven presses and auxiliary equipment in a rubber injection manufacturing facility
• You will diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, support production continuity across multiple shifts, and contribute to ongoing equipment upgrades and plant improvements

Job 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, retrofitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and analytical 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 briefing Maintenance team members and Production Supervisors on progress, issues, and outstanding work
• Independently perform preventive maintenance activities according to established PM program schedules and standards

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting hydraulic-driven presses and auxiliary equipment
• Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues using advanced principles of mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs for industrial equipment
• Ability to navigate PLC systems to identify issues, including reading and interpreting PLC ladder logic diagrams
• Strong skills in troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues in rubber injection or similar manufacturing processes
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make sound technical decisions
• Capability to support shift handovers through clear communication and accurate documentation
• Demonstrated ability to train others on equipment changeover, setup, and takedown

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

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

Direct Hire, 30 days for benefits, medical, dental, vision, short and long term

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

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.