Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Aerotek is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician (Multi-Craft) for a chemical processing company near Batesville, MS. This position is a direct hire opportunity paying $25-$35/hr depending on experience. 1st shift opportunity 8am-4pm.

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining the integrity and reliable operation of packaging and process equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment. The Maintenance Technician performs full packaging line and process changeovers, ensures proper start-up after changes, and supports production by maximizing equipment uptime and product output. This is a full multi-craft position that combines mechanical and electrical responsibilities on chemical processing, blow molding, and packaging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity, reliability, and safe operation of all packaging and process equipment in the facility.
• Perform complete packaging line and process changeovers, including mechanical and control adjustments, and take responsibility for successful start-up after each changeover.
• Grease, oil, and lubricate equipment according to established schedules and best practices to minimize wear and prevent breakdowns.
• Implement and execute a comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) program on chemical processing, blow molding, and packaging equipment.
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify potential issues, and take proactive steps to correct problems before they cause downtime.
• Assist production teams to enhance and improve product output, efficiency, and line performance through equipment adjustments and improvements.
• Respond promptly to production line and process repair requests to minimize downtime and maintain continuous operations.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical problems on production and process equipment, including identifying faults and performing necessary repairs or replacements.
• Assist with new wire installations and modifications to existing electrical systems as needed to support new equipment or line changes.
• Work with chemical processing equipment, including pumps, motors, and valves, to ensure proper operation and process control.
• Support and perform work on blow mold equipment used to manufacture bottles, ensuring proper operation and quality output.
• Maintain and repair packaging equipment used for products such as bleach and shampoo, including equipment received from other facilities.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and production personnel to prioritize work, share knowledge, and maintain a safe and efficient operation.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when working with chemical processing equipment, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and changes to equipment as required by plant procedures.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Maintenance experience in chemical manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with blow mold equipment is a significant plus.
• Strong mechanical skills with hands-on experience in maintenance repair of production and process equipment.
• Proficiency in electrical maintenance, including basic electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience working with pumps, motors, valves, and related chemical processing equipment.
• Ability to perform and manage preventive maintenance tasks and programs.
• Skill in troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems.
• Skill in troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic systems.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and PLC control in an industrial environment.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve electrical troubleshooting issues on production equipment.
• Demonstrated capability to support full multi-craft responsibilities, including both mechanical and electrical tasks.
• Ability to perform complete line and process changeovers and manage start-up after changes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond quickly to repair requirements.
• Ability to work effectively on a first shift schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior maintenance experience in facilities that manufacture bleach or similar chemical products is beneficial.
• Experience working with packaging equipment for household products such as bleach or shampoo is an advantage.
• Familiarity with equipment transferred from other large manufacturing operations is helpful.
• Comfort working in a start-up environment where processes, lines, and equipment are being added and optimized.
• Ability to collaborate with production staff and other maintenance personnel to improve line performance and product output.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to performing thorough preventive maintenance and documentation.

Work Environment

The position follows a first shift schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., working directly on the production floor around active chemical processes and high-speed packaging equipment. The work involves hands-on mechanical and electrical tasks, including PLC-related activities, and requires adherence to plant safety practices appropriate for a chemical manufacturing setting.

This is a Permanent position based out of Sardis, MS.

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Will add in benefits once i receive them. they are signing up for those now.

This is a fully onsite position in Sardis,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 2026.

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.

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.