Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description

The Maintenance Technician ensures reliable operation of approximately 150 production machines in a clean food manufacturing environment. This role focuses on mechanical maintenance with a strong emphasis on hydraulics, pneumatics, and motor replacement, while also supporting daily maintenance calls and a structured preventive maintenance program. The position offers training and development opportunities for candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair approximately 150 production machines to minimize downtime and support continuous manufacturing operations.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting on production equipment to identify root causes of issues and implement effective repairs.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems, including identifying and fixing oil leaks and changing O-rings in hydraulic circuits.
• Troubleshoot and service pneumatic systems to ensure consistent and safe machine performance.
• Replace and swap out motors as needed to restore equipment to proper operating condition.
• Respond to daily maintenance calls from production and address equipment issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Execute preventive maintenance (PM) tasks according to the established PM program to extend equipment life and prevent unplanned breakdowns.
• Work with electrical controls, primarily 24-volt systems and up to 480 volts, to support equipment operation and troubleshooting within defined safety parameters.
• Use technical documentation, such as schematics when available, to guide troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Collaborate with a team of maintenance technicians across shifts to share information, coordinate repairs, and support smooth shift handoffs.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment, including hair nets, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and contribute to the overall cleanliness of the production environment.
• Document maintenance work performed, including repairs and preventive maintenance tasks, in accordance with site procedures.
• Communicate clearly with production staff and other team members about equipment status, repair timelines, and any follow-up actions required.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in mechanical troubleshooting.
• Practical experience working with hydraulic systems, including diagnosing leaks and replacing components such as O-rings.
• Experience working with pneumatic systems in a production or industrial environment.
• Ability to replace and swap out motors safely and correctly.
• Comfort working with electrical systems up to 480 volts, with frequent work on 24-volt controls.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance tasks on production machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve equipment issues efficiently.
• Reliability in attendance and willingness to work assigned 2nd or 3rd shift hours.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small maintenance team across multiple shifts.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and using required personal protective equipment.

• Experience in a plastics manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting electrical or mechanical schematics is beneficial.
• Experience with plastic processing equipment or related machinery is an advantage.
• Openness to additional training, including electrical coursework and skills development.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing or similarly regulated clean production environment is helpful.

The organization invests in the growth and development of its maintenance team by offering access to electrical schooling and tuition reimbursement, supporting both technical advancement and long-term career progression. Team members receive all necessary tools, removing the need for personal tool investment. The facility operates as a clean, well-maintained food manufacturing environment that emphasizes safety and organization. The culture supports learning on the job, values a strong work ethic and dependable attendance, and offers the stability of an established manufacturer with modern production capabilities.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean food manufacturing facility that produces plastic components for packaging and related applications. The maintenance team consists of nine technicians, with three technicians assigned to each shift. This position is available on either 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.) or 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Monday through Friday). The work involves supporting a large number of production machines, primarily using 24-volt controls with systems up to 480 volts. All required tools are provided by the facility. The environment requires the use of personal protective equipment, including hair nets, safety glasses, and hearing protection. Steel-toe footwear is not required. The facility emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and adherence to food manufacturing standards while maintaining a collaborative team atmosphere across shifts.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $66560.00/yr.

health, dental, vision, 401k, paid pto

This is a fully onsite position in Marion,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

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.

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.