Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Schedule: Rotational - depanding on production needs (6am-230pm , 230pm-11pm)

Compensation: $28-$32 (6 month contract-to-hire)

Location: Gilroy, CA Plant

Job Description

This role leads the maintenance department for facilities and processing equipment, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all machinery and systems. You will supervise maintenance staff, drive preventative and corrective maintenance programs, manage capital and installation projects, and uphold standardized processes that support continuous improvement in a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily activities of employees in the maintenance department for both facilities and processing equipment.
• Lead the team in establishing, improving, and executing equipment maintenance processes, including preventative inspections, corrective repairs, and overhaul planning and execution.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment in the facility and on processing lines to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Lead project teams to perform successful installation and commissioning of new equipment and production lines.
• Oversee dismantling, repair, and reassembly of machinery and equipment used in production processes.
• Manage the implementation and enforcement of department standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure standardized work practices.
• Monitor the use and inventory levels of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and equipment, and initiate reordering when necessary to prevent downtime.
• Inspect and audit completed maintenance work to ensure conformance to standards and compliance with procedures, and recommend improvements where needed.
• Implement and oversee the Preventative Maintenance program and work order system, ensuring all personnel follow established guidelines.
• Manage capital projects, including new production lines, process design improvements, and equipment innovations.
• Create and maintain a productive and safe work environment by implementing and sustaining all company-required safety training and assessments.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to maintenance team members to help them achieve performance objectives and grow their technical skills.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or packaging environment (preferred).
• Strong technical understanding of production equipment and maintenance operations, including troubleshooting skills.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and repair of mechanical systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and repair programs for industrial equipment.
• Electrical and PLC knowledge, including PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Excel and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with team members and other departments.
• Ability to work under tight timelines while maintaining high-quality results.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, guide, and develop a maintenance team to achieve operational objectives.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance within a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with refrigeration systems in an industrial or food production setting.
• Experience managing or contributing to capital projects such as new line installations and process design improvements.
• Familiarity with standardized work practices and maintenance-related SOPs.
• Strong organizational skills for managing spare parts, maintenance supplies, and work order systems.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and suggest process and equipment improvements.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports both you and your family, including a high level of company-paid health coverage for employees and dependents, as well as dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability. You can build long-term financial security through a company-matched 401(k) plan, while enjoying paid vacation, floating holidays, and company holidays that support work-life balance. You will work in a clean, well-maintained facility with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement, providing a stable environment to grow your technical and leadership skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, clean warehouse-style food production facility. The environment is generally moderate in temperature—not too cold and not too hot—and the air carries food aromas such as dumplings and soy sauce throughout the plant. Certain areas can be loud due to operating machinery, and appropriate hearing protection may be required depending on the work area. You will work around production and processing equipment, refrigeration systems, and other industrial machinery, following strict safety and cleanliness standards typical of food manufacturing operations.

This is a Contract position based out of Gilroy, CA.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.

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 Gilroy,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 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.