Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic | 1st/2nd Shift | Food Manufacturing

Keep Production Running in a Leading Food Facility

We’re hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to support a growing, state-of-the-art food manufacturing operation. In this role, you’ll handle preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a variety of automated systems—helping ensure safe, efficient production in a fast-paced environment.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with modern equipment, and building a stable long-term career, this is a great opportunity.

Pay, Schedule & Location

• Pay: $25-40/hr

• Shift: 1st and 2nd shift

• Overtime available

• Location: Waukegan, IL (fully onsite)

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams

• Diagnose and support PLC systems and control components

• Maintain and repair motors and 3-phase electrical systems

• Work with sensors, actuators, and automated equipment

• Ensure all maintenance meets safety and industry standards (GMP environment)

What We’re Looking For

Maintenance professionals with strong troubleshooting skills

• 5+ years of experience in:

• Industrial maintenance OR

• Manufacturing OR

• Food production environments

Experience with mechanical systems (hydraulics & pneumatics)

Ability to read blueprints and schematics

Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail

Preferred (Not Required)

• Electrical troubleshooting experience

• Knowledge of low-voltage circuits

• Experience with PLCs, automation, robotics, or controls

• Mechatronics or trade school

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Stable company with 30+ years of growth and innovation

• Competitive salary + overtime earning potential

• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

• 401(k) with company match

• Be part of a company creating unique food products used nationwide

Work Environment

• Clean, organized food-grade manufacturing facility (GMP standards)

• Work with automated equipment, production lines, and control systems

• Fast-paced environment where reliability and safety are critical

Apply Today

We’re actively hiring and interviewing now. If you’re a skilled Maintenance Mechanic looking for long-term stability, strong pay, and a modern facility , apply today.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Waukegan, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Medical, dental, vision and 401k with match

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waukegan,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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.