Job Description This role focuses on performing both reactive and preventive maintenance on a wide range of production machinery in a clean, organized manufacturing environment. The Maintenance Technician troubleshoots and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment, supports facility upkeep, and helps ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all production lines. Responsibilities Perform reactive and preventive maintenance on all production machinery, including mixers, blenders, packaging equipment, filling machines, and conveyors. Troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment to minimize downtime. Work safely with electrical systems up to 480 volts while following proper procedures and best practices. Use a volt meter, blueprints, and electrical and mechanical schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment problems. Perform welding and basic fabrication tasks as needed to repair or modify equipment and components. Maintain and repair pneumatic and hydraulic machinery, including identifying and resolving leaks, pressure issues, and component failures. Carry out general facilities maintenance as needed to support overall plant operations. Collaborate with other technicians, machine operators, and production staff on the floor to coordinate repairs and maintenance activities. Support equipment upgrades and modifications as the facility implements internal changes and improvements. Document maintenance activities accurately and communicate equipment status and issues to appropriate team members. Participate in training on day shift and transition to the assigned shift schedule as required. Work overtime and occasional weekend shifts during peak seasons to support production demands. Essential Skills At least 5 years of experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Proven experience with both mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repairs on production machinery. Hands-on experience working with electrical systems up to 480 volts, including safe use of a volt meter. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics for mechanical and electrical systems. Strong troubleshooting skills for mixers, blenders, packaging machinery, filling machinery, conveyors, and similar equipment. Experience working with pneumatic systems, including valves, cylinders, and air lines. Experience working with hydraulic systems, including pumps, hoses, and actuators. Capability to perform preventive maintenance routines to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life. Ownership of a basic set of tools suitable for industrial maintenance work. Ability to work safely around high-voltage equipment and moving machinery. Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required during peak seasons. Additional Skills & Qualifications PLC experience, including basic understanding of controls and the ability to assist with troubleshooting automated systems. Welding and fabricating experience for equipment repair and modification. Experience in environments involving liquid packaging, food production, or pharmaceutical processing. Comfort working in a team-based environment alongside technicians, machine operators, and production staff. Strong communication skills to clearly explain issues, repairs, and maintenance needs. Ability to adapt to ongoing equipment upgrades and process improvements. Why Work Here? You will join a clean, organized production facility that invests in upgrading its equipment and improving processes. The environment encourages continuous learning, including hands-on training and exposure to a variety of mechanical and electrical systems. You will work with a collaborative team of technicians and production staff, with opportunities to broaden your skill set in areas such as PLCs, welding, and advanced troubleshooting. The role offers consistent hours with overtime opportunities during peak seasons, providing stability and the chance to grow your career in industrial maintenance. Work Environment The role is based on the production floor, working closely with other maintenance technicians, machine operators, and laborers in a clean and organized facility. You will work with a range of production equipment, including mixers, blenders, packaging and filling machinery, conveyors, and both pneumatic and hydraulic systems. The position primarily follows a shift from 1:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with initial training on a day shift from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You must be willing to work overtime, with typical schedules reaching around 50 hours per week during peak season, and to work Saturdays or weekends when needed. The environment emphasizes safety, proper use of tools and test equipment such as volt meters, and adherence to procedures when working with high-voltage systems and moving machinery. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Bradley, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $73320.00/yr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bradley,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.

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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.

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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.