Maintenance Technician, Direct Hire

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician - Direct Placement in Hudsonville

• 3RD SHIFT
• $25-32/HOUR
• FOOD PACKAGING

Job Description

This 3rd shift Maintenance Technician role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and supporting highly automated production equipment in a clean, modern canning facility. You will ensure maximum equipment uptime, support operational efficiency, and perform mechanical changeovers on machines such as canning seamers, fillers, palletizers, conveyors, and packaging equipment to keep production on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on production machinery and equipment to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify wear, potential failures, and other issues before they escalate into unplanned downtime.
• Perform and lead mechanical changeovers on production equipment, including canning seamers, fillers, palletizers, conveyors, and packaging machines.
• Set up, adjust, and verify machines prior to production startup to ensure they meet operational and quality requirements.
• Work closely with production teams to plan and execute efficient changeovers while minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
• Maintain equipment readiness by monitoring performance, addressing issues promptly, and ensuring machines are available to support production demands.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions quickly and accurately using mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic knowledge.
• Repair or replace defective components, parts, and assemblies on production equipment as needed.
• Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure critical spare parts and materials are available to support timely repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment history using established maintenance documentation procedures.
• Follow and apply maintenance management documentation procedures to ensure consistent and traceable maintenance practices.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with applicable safety regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Participate in safety training programs and apply safe work practices while working on production equipment.
• Collaborate closely with production and other departments to understand equipment needs, priorities, and scheduling constraints.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production personnel on equipment operation, minor adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of industrial machine repair experience.
• Hands-on experience repairing or installing can seamer machines, specifically equipment that seals the top of the can to the body.
• Strong mechanical skills with the ability to diagnose and repair complex production equipment.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and the ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics and the ability to troubleshoot pneumatic systems.
• Experience maintaining and repairing conveyor systems in a production environment.
• Experience working with filling machines and related packaging equipment.
• Ability to perform precise mechanical adjustments and setups on automated machinery.
• Capability to read, follow, and maintain maintenance documentation and equipment records.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety procedures during maintenance activities.
• Effective communication skills to work closely with production teams and other departments.
• Willingness and ability to work 3rd shift, Sunday through Thursday.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a high-speed production or packaging environment.
• Familiarity with automated equipment used in canning operations.
• Ability to lead or coordinate changeovers with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to preventing equipment downtime.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple maintenance tasks and priorities.
• Comfort working with maintenance management systems or structured documentation processes.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, modern facility equipped with new, automated production lines that support a variety of customers across beverages such as breweries, energy drinks, soda, and more. The environment emphasizes safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to expand your technical skills while contributing directly to efficient, high-quality production. You will join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and professional growth in a stable, production-focused operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, well-maintained production facility that operates automated canning lines for a diverse range of beverage products, including breweries, energy drinks, and soda. You will work with new, automated equipment such as canning seamers, fillers, palletizers, conveyors, and packaging machines. The position is on 3rd shift, Sunday through Thursday, supporting continuous production operations. The environment is highly production-focused, with an emphasis on equipment reliability, safety, and efficient changeovers. Dress will align with a typical industrial production setting and may include appropriate workwear and safety gear suitable for a clean, automated manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $70720.00/yr.

They have medical dental and vision benefits. They also offer PTO and holiday pay.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hudsonville,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 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.