Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
This role is for a maintenance technician working in a GMP environment specializing in marshmallow production. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing production machinery and building equipment across the facility.
Responsibilities
- Respond to repair requests for production machinery and building equipment throughout the facility.
- Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues to restore machinery to a satisfactory running condition.
- Work from drawings, schematics, blueprints, job layouts, and written or verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks.
- Perform moderate to complex adjustments, maintenance, and repairs on plant equipment such as bagging machines, conveyors, case erectors, kitchen equipment, and utility equipment.
- Perform basic rebuilding of gearboxes, motors, and small pneumatic equipment.
- Analyze existing problems and help provide innovative solutions.
- Unload powdered and liquid raw materials from rail cars as needed.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on plant process and utility equipment, including lubrication, filter replacement, and equipment inspection.
- Assist with equipment installations and upgrades.
Essential Skills
- Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
- Experience with PLC troubleshooting, industrial and electrical maintenance, and repair.
- Proficiency in handling hand tools and power tools safely.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
- Strong ability in electrical maintenance, including working with 3-phase motors, variable frequency drives, and controls.
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Vocational training or an AA/AS degree is a plus.
- Familiarity with the A-B control platform is advantageous.
- Experience in industrial maintenance is preferred.
- Experience in the food or confections industry is a plus.
- Familiarity with vertical bagging and scale equipment is beneficial.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes no-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families. Benefit from a supportive environment that promotes from within, offering long-term opportunities. The company has a rich history of over 100 years in business and exports to more than 80 countries, providing stability and growth potential. Receive retention bonuses and vacation time that increases with tenure, as well as 11 paid holidays and six sick days.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $31.13/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.
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.
Company DescriptionWe 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.
Company 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.