Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Aerotek

Oconomowoc, WI 53066, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Real Estate

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift

Job Description

Join a growing manufacturing facility that produces custom packaging for a wide range of well-known brands. As a 1st shift Maintenance Technician, you perform hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on food packaging machinery and building systems. You play a key role in keeping production equipment running safely and efficiently by handling preventive maintenance, HVAC repairs, and mechanical diagnostics in a GMP environment.

Responsibilities

Perform HVAC-related repairs and general building maintenance, including tasks such as replacing bulbs and maintaining facility systems.
Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot food packaging machinery, including conveyors, pumps, motors, boilers, cappers, and labelers.
Complete weekly preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on production and facility equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Use mechanical and electrical prints to identify issues, plan repairs, and verify proper equipment operation.
Apply mechanical aptitude to independently identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective solutions.
Conduct minor welding on stainless steel and mild steel when needed, supporting equipment repair and fabrication (welding experience is preferred but not required).
Work safely and efficiently in a GMP production environment, following all facility procedures and maintenance best practices.
Lift and move heavy parts and equipment, including items weighing 75 pounds or more, as part of maintenance and repair activities.
Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to coordinate repairs, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement.
Document maintenance activities, repairs, and PM work to ensure accurate records and support ongoing reliability efforts.

Essential Skills

At least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
Minimum 3 years of experience troubleshooting conveyors, pumps, and food packaging machinery.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to independently diagnose and repair equipment issues.
Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial equipment and facility systems.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical prints and schematics.
HVAC repair and general building maintenance skills.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and basic electrical issues on production machinery.
Capability to lift 75 pounds or more safely as part of daily job duties.
Solid math skills to support measurements, calculations, and technical work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) environment.
Experience with food packaging equipment such as conveyors, pumps, motors, boilers, cappers, and labelers.
Exposure to welding on stainless and mild steel; minor welding capability is preferred but not strictly required.
Knowledge of industrial troubleshooting techniques for mechanical and HVAC systems.
Comfort working independently while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and equipment reliability.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, expanding organization that offers direct hire opportunities, above-market compensation, and generous paid time off starting at up to three weeks. The culture emphasizes teamwork and a family-like atmosphere, with regular events such as cookouts, gift card giveaways, and bonus programs that recognize contributions. Employees benefit from quarterly bonuses that can reach up to 4% and have been consistently paid for most quarters over many years. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits support long-term well-being, while ongoing facility expansion demonstrates strong growth and future opportunities.

Work Environment

You work in a GMP-compliant manufacturing facility focused on food packaging operations. The role is on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional overtime of around 5 hours as needed. The environment involves regular interaction with industrial equipment such as conveyors, pumps, motors, boilers, cappers, and labelers, as well as HVAC and building systems. You perform hands-on mechanical work that can require lifting items weighing 75 pounds or more and adhering to facility cleanliness and safety standards typical of GMP operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oconomowoc, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr.

- Direct Hire - Pay is above average market: $30-$40 an hour - PTO (up to 3 weeks to start) - Family Culture - host a lot of events - troubleshoot issues together a. Cookouts b. Gift cards c. Bonus programs - $50 dollar gift cards - Bonuses distributed each quarter up to 4% a. Have done this the last 18 out of 20 quarters - Medical - Dental - Vision - Join a growing & expanding company - they are building a new extension currently which will be done by the start of Fall

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oconomowoc,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.