Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician ensures the reliable and safe operation of facility safety systems and production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, equipment repair and modification, and collaboration with production and leadership teams to minimize downtime and support efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility safety devices, including fire alarms and security systems, ensuring they remain in proper working condition at all times.
• Maintain and service production equipment by following the preventive maintenance schedule, including oiling, lubricating, and greasing parts as required.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical repairs on printing presses, slitting machinery, pouch machinery, laminators, rotogravure printers, slitters, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Perform machine installations, upgrades, and modifications to support production needs and process improvements.
• Troubleshoot machinery issues using root cause analysis to identify problems and implement effective corrective actions.
• Utilize blueprints, schematics, and repair manuals to diagnose issues and complete repairs accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain the work order system and spare parts inventory system to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks and availability of critical components.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with department heads, production personnel, and other stakeholders to coordinate maintenance activities and minimize production disruptions.
• Conduct and support required maintenance-related safety training, such as Arc Flash and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and repair on industrial equipment, including work on 480V electrical systems and PLC controls.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety standards, GMP requirements, and facility procedures.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and safety practices.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of progressive maintenance management or maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance skills, including repair and upkeep of industrial machinery such as printing presses, laminators, slitters, and pouch converting equipment.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and repair, including experience working with 480V electrical systems.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and PLC controls in an industrial setting.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis to diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Hands-on experience with pneumatics and mechanical repair in a production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and repair manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex machinery and automated systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills to manage work orders and maintenance schedules.
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with machine operators and upper management.
• Self-motivated and energetic approach to work, with a focus on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing rotogravure printers, laminators, slitters, and pouch converting machinery.
• Familiarity with industrial safety training topics such as Arc Flash and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Experience in industrial maintenance within a GMP or similarly regulated environment.
• Comfort working with both mechanical and electrical systems, including auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to support and maintain a spare parts inventory system and work order tracking tools.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover Park, IL.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Hanover Park,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.