**Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic** Job Description Experience in mechanical troubleshooting, hydraulics, pneumatics, and preventative maintenance, with experience in PLC being a plus. Responsibilities + Maintain equipment to meet all GMP, safety, and professional quality standards. + Inspect, maintain, repair, rebuild, and modify any equipment as directed. + Repair parts causing machinery breakdowns and replace if necessary. + Troubleshoot recurring breakdowns and recommend procedural changes. + Use testing equipment and diagnostic skills to identify root causes of issues. + Instruct operators on equipment use to prevent damage. + Perform preventive maintenance to ensure equipment remains operational. + Assist with facility repairs and maintenance as needed. + Document all work performed using maintenance management software. + Support machine setups and changeovers. + Maintain a clean and safe work area, following Good Manufacturing Practices. Essential Skills + At least 4 years of industrial maintenance experience. + Proficiency in troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing hydraulic and pneumatic systems. + Excellent mechanical aptitude. + Ability to pass in-house mechanical aptitude test. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Minimum of 5 years experience in an industrial maintenance environment. + High school diploma or GED required; formal technical training preferred. + Strong electrical and industrial maintenance skills. Why Work Here? Join a fast-paced, clean, and deadline-driven food production environment where you will be part of a dedicated 12-person maintenance team. We offer flexibility in pay and provide uniforms, with no button shirts required. Enjoy the opportunity to work on varied tasks and improve your skills in a supportive team atmosphere. Work Environment Our facility is a fast-paced food production environment that is clean and deadline-intensive. You will work with a 12-person maintenance team, including management, mechanics, and machine cleaners. The role requires wearing a provided uniform over street clothing, with additional safety gear such as hairnets and beard covers. The work shifts are as follows: 1st Shift (7:00 am – 3:30 pm), 2nd Shift (3:00 pm – 11:30 pm), and 3rd Shift (11:00 pm – 7:30 am). **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $33.00/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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025. **About Aerotek:** 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.