Job Title: Maintenance MechanicJob DescriptionThis role maintains and repairs production and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing facility, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation. The Maintenance Mechanic performs a mix of preventive and reactive maintenance, supports line operators, and contributes to continuous improvement and food safety initiatives in a highly regulated, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks on production, packaging, and facility support equipment, and accurately complete all related documentation.
- Diagnose and repair malfunctioning equipment using a structured, final task methodology to ensure issues are fully resolved and do not recur.
- Support equipment upgrades and modifications, including assisting with new equipment installations and commissioning.
- Provide hands-on assistance and technical guidance to line and machine operators to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance.
- Conduct and document basic root cause analysis when equipment failures occur, and provide clear, detailed information to support long-term corrective actions.
- Affirm and uphold the maintenance departments role in HACCP procedures and food safety programs in coordination with other departments.
- Assess and respond effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment, prioritizing tasks based on safety, quality, and production needs.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers and leadership regarding equipment status, maintenance priorities, and safety concerns.
- Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) via an iPad to receive, execute, and close work orders and to document maintenance activities.
- Perform mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs on high-speed packaging equipment and related systems.
- Conduct welding and mechanical power transmission repairs as needed to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.
- Support sanitation and GMP requirements by maintaining equipment in a clean, safe, and compliant condition.
- Work a second-shift schedule and be available for overtime as needed to support production demands, including shutdown activities.
Essential Skills
- 57 years of experience as a full-time maintenance mechanic or in a closely related maintenance role.
- Demonstrated work experience in a food manufacturing environment, including adherence to GMP and food safety requirements.
- Two-year technical degree in a maintenance-related field, or equivalent technical training and experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Mechanical proficiency with high-speed packaging equipment, including mechanical power transmission systems.
- Basic electrical ability, including troubleshooting and repair of common industrial electrical components within defined scope.
- Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
- Experience performing preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on production and facility support equipment.
- Welding skills sufficient to perform common maintenance repairs on production and support equipment.
- Ability to demonstrate computer literacy, including use of a CMMS or similar maintenance software.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence to document maintenance work and communicate findings.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to maintain composure and presence of mind under stressful conditions and adapt to change.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Technical school training in the form of certified courses, a technical degree, or related maintenance education.
- Experience working with high-speed packaging lines in a food or similar manufacturing environment.
- Experience with facility support equipment such as utilities, support systems, or auxiliary equipment.
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) experience in a regulated food production environment.
- Familiarity with HACCP procedures and the maintenance departments role in food safety.
- Ability to work effectively on a second-shift schedule and to support occasional overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with operators, peers, and leadership.
- Comfort using an iPad or similar device to manage work orders in a CMMS.
- Willingness to participate in hands-on training and adapt to new processes, equipment, and technologies.
Why Work Here?Employees benefit from a smaller company feel combined with the resources and growth mindset of a rapidly expanding international organization. The company invests heavily in its facilities and infrastructure, particularly at this flagship U.S. location, creating opportunities for long-term development and advancement. Team members receive hands-on training, clear pathways for promotion from within, and a culture that values their contributions and well-being. A wide variety of benefit plans, a competitive 401(k) with a 6% match, three weeks of paid time off, and 11 paid holidays support work-life balance and financial security. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a food manufacturing facility that operates under strict Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and HACCP standards. The position is on second shift, typically Monday through Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with occasional extension to 12:30 a.m. for shutdown activities. Overtime is available on Fridays and Saturdays, typically in 8-hour increments. The standard workweek is 40 hours, with approximately 2025 hours dedicated to preventive maintenance and the remainder to reactive maintenance. Training is conducted on a mid-shift schedule (for example, 9:00 a.m.7:30 p.m., 10:00 a.m.8:30 p.m., or 11:00 a.m.9:30 p.m.) for 26 weeks, depending on the individuals learning pace.
The facility includes eight production rooms and four packaging lines, with a strong emphasis on cleanliness and sanitation. Team members use a CMMS on an iPad to manage work orders and documentation. The dress code follows strict food safety requirements: employees wear a uniform, hair net, beard net as applicable, and safety shoes. Before entering the production floor and each room, employees must wash and sanitize hands, sanitize boots, and follow all hygiene protocols. The environment is hands-on, equipment-intensive, and highly collaborative, with tools provided on-site to support maintenance activities. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $56000.00 - $67000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL.
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.
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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.
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