RME Jam Tech
- Detroit, MI, United States
$23 USD / hour
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- $23 USD / hour
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Job Title: RME Jam TechJob DescriptionJoin the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team as a hands-on RME Jam Tech, where you play a key role in keeping conveyance and material handling systems running smoothly. In this position, you clear equipment jams, perform basic preventive maintenance, and support critical operational projects across a large, fast-paced warehouse environment. You will use standard hand tools, follow established safety practices, and collaborate with others to transform operational challenges into streamlined, efficient solutions.Responsibilities
- Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain system uptime and steady operational flow.
- Safely climb ladders and gangways to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions.
- Use basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across different operational and project-based work areas.
- Perform preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment while adhering to safe work practices.
- Lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily tasks.
- Stand and walk for extended periods, including shifts lasting up to 12 hours, to support ongoing operations.
- Regularly bend, lift, stretch, and reach both below the waist and above the head to clear jams and handle materials.
- Work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, nights, and holidays to support peak operational demands.
- Follow established safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others.
- Support production, warehouse, and general labor activities as needed, including material handling, picking, packing, and machine operation.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent educational experience.
- At least 6+ months of recent relevant experience within the last year in industrial, manufacturing, production, distribution, trades, or construction environments.
- Proficiency in using standard hand tools for basic maintenance and operational tasks.
- Ability to lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds.
- Ability to stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours.
- Ability to safely climb ladders and gangways to access and service elevated equipment.
- Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
- Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in production or warehouse environments.
- Experience in assembly, general labor, or machine operation.
- Experience with forklift operation or pallet jack use.
- Familiarity with material handling processes, including picking, packing, and inventory activities.
- Exposure to general production workflows and inspection tasks.
- Comfort working in fast-paced, high-volume operations.
Why Work Here?This role offers a steady paycheck during the busy holiday ramp-up season and provides a strong opportunity to build a positive work record that can support future placements on additional assignments. You gain valuable experience in a dynamic warehouse environment while demonstrating reliability, adaptability, and technical aptitude that can open doors to ongoing career opportunities.Work EnvironmentThe position is based in a large, fast-paced warehouse setting focused on high-volume production and distribution activities. You will work around conveyance and material handling equipment, using standard hand tools and supporting machine operation, picking, packing, and material handling tasks. Shifts can last up to 12 hours and may include weekends, nights, and holidays, requiring extended standing, walking, and frequent physical movements such as bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching. The environment emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork, with clear procedures to guide ladder and gangway climbing and safe handling of materials and equipment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Detroit, MI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr. 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 Contract position based out of Detroit, MI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.
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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