Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to diagnose and repair packaging equipment. You will work with various machines including bottle and can fillers, seamers, labelers, date coders, depalletizers, and conveyors. You will also perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on packaging line components.
Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on components like bearings, belts, gearboxes, and servo systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis on process/product nonconformances, such as loose seams, fill volume issues, and line jams.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and piping diagrams for equipment checks and overhauls.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs for packaging assets.
• Work safely around conveyors, rotating machinery, high voltage (480V), confined spaces, and elevated work platforms.
• Operate forklifts and aerial lift equipment safely.

Essential Skills

• Experience in high-speed manufacturing in food & beverage, brewery, soda, dairy, or similar facility.
• Hands-on packaging line maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting fillers, seamers, labelers, packers, or palletizers.
• Knowledge of sensors, photo-eyes, limit switches, VFDs, PLC I/O, and HMI alarms.
• Understanding of mechanical power transmission, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Awareness of NFPA 70E electrical safety principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings, schematics, and piping diagrams.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to conduct root cause analysis.

Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise in maintenance are valued. Benefit from a culture that fosters learning and growth, offering opportunities to enhance your technical abilities. Enjoy the stability and excitement of working in a high-speed manufacturing facility with a focus on safety and quality.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Allentown, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $75000.00/yr.
Tuition reimbursementFertility/adoption supportFree financial coachingHealth & wellness program and discountsProfessional development & training
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Allentown,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.