Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the operation of all plant systems and equipment, including but not limited to conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts, bearings, packaging equipment, and freezers. This position must respond to all system failures by taking appropriate corrective action by completing or assigning the repairs needed to ensure that systems are operational and functioning safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections (PM); diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment/components including but not limited to conveyors, pumps, mixers, gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts, bearings, packaging equipment, freezers, compressors, and building equipment.

• Establish and adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and advise the supervisor if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within the Standard Repair Times (SRTs).

• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.

• Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.

• Ability to perform under limited supervision.

• Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility.

• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

• Install, adjust, and repair packaging equipment to obtain the best performance according to specifications.

• Maintain and repair equipment during both production and non-production periods.

• Troubleshoot and analyze problems with machines and systems.

Essential Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting

• Mechanical maintenance

• Hydraulics

• Pneumatics

• Repair and preventive maintenance

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Proficiency in welding and fabrication

• Knowledge of single and three phase electrical systems

• Knowledge of electrical control systems

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic repairs on industrial food manufacturing equipment

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

• Detail-oriented

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Legally eligible to work in the United States

• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations

Why Work Here?

We offer a 4% match 401k, catered in lunch, and other great benefits

Work Environment

This position is within a food manufacturing environment, requiring adherence to safety and cleanliness standards. The role may require flexibility in working hours, including nights and weekends to support the facility's operating schedule.

Job Type

This is a Permanent position

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis Park,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 5, 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.