Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment within our facility to ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently. This role is critical for minimizing downtime and ensuring the facility remains operational at all times.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance on all machinery and equipment as per the schedule to prevent breakdowns and ensure smooth operation.Inspect machines regularly for signs of wear or inefficiency and perform necessary adjustments, lubrication, and component replacements.Perform repairs and part replacements as needed, ensuring timely completion to minimize production downtime.Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system issues on production and packaging equipment.Assist with the installation of new machinery, equipment, and systems under the guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor.Support the Maintenance Supervisor and engineering team in upgrading equipment and improving plant processes for increased efficiency.Ensure that all maintenance work is conducted in compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and food safety standards.Participate in safety and food safety training programs and follow best practices in equipment maintenance to ensure a safe working environment.Document all repair and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with GFSI and other food safety standards.Maintain accurate records of all maintenance tasks, inspections, repairs, and parts replacement in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).Report equipment performance issues and operational inefficiencies to the Maintenance Supervisor.Communicate effectively with team members and production staff about equipment status and any potential issues.Work closely with other maintenance technicians, the maintenance supervisor, and production staff to ensure timely responses to maintenance requests.Assist in cross-functional teams, including production and quality, to troubleshoot and improve equipment performance.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize equipment operation and reduce downtime.

Essential Skills

High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in a related field is preferred.2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in food production.Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.Experience with the operation and maintenance of production equipment, such as conveyors, ovens, mixers, and packaging machines.Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software.Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and food safety regulations (GFSI, HACCP, etc.).Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Technical certification or associate degree in a related field is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a top-tier food manufacturing company known for producing high-quality products in a state-of-the-art facility. Our commitment to operational excellence and product integrity is central to our success, offering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Work Environment

Work in a state-of-the-art facility as part of a dedicated team committed to operational excellence and product integrity. The schedule may vary with the first shift from 5AM to 2:30 PM and the second shift from 2PM to 11:30 PM, each lasting 9 hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Vernon Hills, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vernon Hills,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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