Maintenance Technician

Job Title: AM and PM Maintenance Technician



Job Description

The Maintenance Technician provides maintenance support across two production facilities and plays a key role in keeping all plant mechanical systems and production equipment operating safely and efficiently. This position focuses on preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, and troubleshooting on a wide range of equipment, including fillers, processing lines, packaging systems, and robotics and automation equipment. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose and resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced, regulated food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on plant mechanical systems and production equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on equipment such as fillers, processing machinery, packaging lines, conveyors, and robotics and automation equipment.

• Work on and repair pumps, motors, drives, valves, conveyors, and belts, ensuring all components operate safely and efficiently.

• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics to identify faults and implement effective repairs.

• Install, adjust, and align mechanical and electrical components on production and processing equipment as needed.

• Support production by responding promptly to equipment breakdowns and completing repairs in a timely manner to meet strict production deadlines.

• Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and follow food safety protocols during all maintenance activities to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with regulations.

• Collaborate with other maintenance personnel and production staff to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to equipment reliability and performance.

• Document maintenance work performed, including preventive maintenance tasks, repairs, and parts used, in accordance with plant procedures.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting enhancements to maintenance processes, equipment setups, and safety practices.

• Provide maintenance coverage for multiple locations as required, ensuring consistent support across facilities.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing preventive maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment in an industrial or production environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience working with pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, belts, motors, pumps, and valves.

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems, including 480-volt, 3-phase power.

• Experience working with and troubleshooting conveyors, belts, mixers, and filling equipment.

• Familiarity with robotics and automation equipment in a manufacturing setting.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics for troubleshooting and repair.

• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their components.

• Understanding and application of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a regulated environment.

• Experience with PLC-based equipment and control systems.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

• Ability to work independently on third shift and respond quickly to equipment issues.

• Comfort working in a warm to hot production environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance roles such as maintenance electrician, electro-mechanical technician, utility technician (including ammonia systems), or maintenance mechanic.

• Background in mechanical maintenance from the military, including experience working on equipment such as airplanes, trucks, or similar machinery.

• Experience in a food manufacturing or GMP-regulated facility.

• Familiarity with food safety protocols and contamination prevention practices.

• Ability to work across multiple locations within the same geographic area.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with production and maintenance teams.

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills for documenting maintenance activities.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a competitive total rewards package that includes a sign-on bonus, comprehensive company benefits, and profit sharing opportunities. Team members working on second and third shift receive an additional shift premium, reflecting the value placed on around-the-clock operations. The maintenance team works in a clean, well-organized shop environment that supports efficiency, safety, and pride in workmanship. The organization invests in its people through uniform programs and footwear allowances, demonstrating a commitment to comfort and safety on the job.

Work Environment

This role primarily supports a large food manufacturing facility with multiple locations in the Milwaukee area that operates under strict GMP and food safety protocols to prevent product contamination. The third shift schedule runs from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, supporting continuous production and strict deadlines. The environment is very warm and can be hot at times, but remains clean and well-organized to meet regulatory standards. Maintenance team members work around fillers, processing lines, packaging equipment, conveyors, mixers, and robotics and automation systems, as well as 480-volt, 3-phase electrical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and PLC-controlled machinery. Dress requirements include wearing clean pants without frays or tears, with uniforms provided after onboarding. Hair nets are required, and jewelry, piercings, and nail polish are not permitted to maintain food safety standards. The company provides an allowance for steel-toed boots or composite safety shoes, reinforcing its focus on workplace safety and compliance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Germantown, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $66560.00/yr.

$2000 sign on bonus Company benefits Profit sharing 5% shift premium for 2nd and 3rd Clean and well organized shop

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Germantown,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.