Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Mechanical/Electrical Packaging Equipment)

Job Description

This role is a hands-on Maintenance Technician position with approximately 70% mechanical and 30% electrical responsibilities in a high-volume packaging environment. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on liquid packaging machines, fillers, wrappers, conveyors, and food processing equipment to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on packaging equipment, including liquid packaging machines, fillers, wrappers, conveyors, and food processing machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including wiring and components up to 480V motors.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs), focusing on inputs and outputs to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Use and troubleshoot Human Machine Interface (HMI) programs to monitor and adjust machine operation.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Replace, troubleshoot, and repair photo eyes and related sensors on packaging and processing equipment.
• Carry out MIG and TIG welding and basic fabrication to repair or modify equipment and machine components.
• Document and complete preventative maintenance tasks accurately and on schedule.
• Utilize an MRP system to record maintenance activities, track parts usage, and support inventory control.
• Collaborate with production and, when needed, work with equipment operators to understand issues and minimize downtime.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety procedures to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work area.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying recurring issues and recommending long-term solutions.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of on-the-job experience as a maintenance technician or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on packaging equipment such as liquid packaging machines, fillers, wrappers, and conveyors.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including wiring and repair of systems up to 480V motors.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLCs, with a focus on inputs and outputs.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to replace, troubleshoot, and repair photo eyes and other sensors.
• MIG and TIG welding experience, including basic fabrication work.
• Experience using an MRP system to document maintenance work and manage parts.
• Demonstrated work tenure and stability in previous roles, supported by good professional references.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in manufacturing environments such as food, packaging, or automotive industries.
• Experience working directly with machine operators to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a production setting.
• Ability to communicate in more than one language (bilingual).
• Additional experience in welding and wiring beyond core maintenance responsibilities.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail and strong documentation habits when completing maintenance tasks.

Why Work Here?

The organization is experiencing rapid growth, with multiple facilities already in operation and additional locations opening soon, creating strong long-term stability and advancement potential. Ongoing acquisitions and expansion offer opportunities to work with new technologies, broaden your skill set, and take on increasing responsibility over time. You will join a team-oriented environment that values work longevity, reliable performance, and the opportunity to grow your career within a modern manufacturing setting.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility of approximately 200,000 square feet, equipped with packaging machines, conveyors, and food processing equipment. The environment is production-focused and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices. This is a shift-based role with openings on 2nd shift (3:00 PM 11:00 PM) and 3rd shift (11:00 PM 7:00 AM), Monday through Friday, plus Saturdays and OT. You will regularly work around electrical panels, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and use tools for welding, fabrication, and diagnostics while collaborating closely with production and maintenance teams.

This is a Permanent position based out of PORTAGE, IN.

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/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.

Direct placement, full benefits with MSI directly

This is a Permanent position based out of PORTAGE, IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in PORTAGE,IN.

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.