• Job Title:

  Maintenance Technician
• Job Description
• This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production equipment on the manufacturing floor of a plastic molding facility.

You will perform preventive maintenance and respond to breakdowns, work on extrusion lines, and support the installation and setup of machines for various products. The position involves extensive work with pneumatic and hydraulic systems as well as PLCs to keep production running safely and efficiently.

• Responsibilities
• + Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on production equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.

+ Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnose issues, and carry out mechanical and electrical repairs. + Install and commission new machines and equipment for different products and production lines. + Work directly on extrusion lines, ensuring they operate safely, efficiently, and within quality standards. + Maintain and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems used throughout the production process. + Assist with setting up production lines, including changeovers between different products and configurations. + Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including 3-phase motors, relays, and related components. + Work with PLCs in support of machine operation, troubleshooting, and production line performance. + Interpret and use blueprints and technical drawings to guide installations, repairs, and modifications. + Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying equipment issues and proposing maintenance solutions. + Collaborate with production staff to minimize downtime and coordinate maintenance activities around production needs. + Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area around machines and production lines.

• If you're interested in this position, please contact Melissa at (847) 580-2812. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!
• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Plaines, IL.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Des Plaines,IL.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 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.