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Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

1st shift ($34-$42/HR)

Job Description

The Maintenance Engineer supervises and performs a wide range of maintenance activities, including predictive maintenance, equipment repair and rebuild, electrical work, and maintenance training programs. This role ensures reliable operation of the applications center, including utilities and trial operations, to minimize downtime and support successful execution of customer and internal trials. The Maintenance Engineer also partners closely with the engineering team to drive process upgrades and continuous improvement while supporting food safety and 5S initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform maintenance activities, including predictive maintenance, equipment repair, rebuilds, and electrical work.
• Oversee maintenance of the applications center, including utilities and operations, to reduce downtime and ensure successful execution of trials.
• Troubleshoot equipment both mechanically and electrically, using electrical diagrams and schematics to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Maintain and update the maintenance schedule for the Food Application Center, ensuring timely completion of planned work.
• Partner with the engineering team to plan and implement process upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate and work with third-party vendors to ensure all inspections, certifications, and maintenance requirements remain current.
• Support and promote Food Safety and 5S activities within the facility, ensuring a clean, organized, and compliant environment.
• Set up, commission, align, and prepare equipment and systems for trials in the facility.
• Support the smooth running of internal and external trials to help customers execute new projects effectively.
• Participate in all aspects of customer trials, including milling and extrusion operations, ensuring equipment readiness and reliable performance.
• Engage in continual learning activities and apply new knowledge and skills to daily maintenance and engineering tasks.
• Operate and assist with production equipment such as CNC and rolling machines, and support mechanical assembly and general shop activities as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to guide assembly, machining, and maintenance work.
• Use precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions and ensure quality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support operations and maintenance objectives.

Why Work Here?

The organization invests in long-term career growth and encourages mobility across roles and functions, creating strong opportunities for development. Employees benefit from apprenticeship programs that support skill-building and professional advancement, as well as tuition reimbursement options aligned with education and skillset. The culture emphasizes appreciation and recognition, with regular employee-focused events such as quarterly food trucks and other activities that foster a positive and engaging workplace. Team members join an environment that values continuous learning, collaboration, and the opportunity to expand their expertise over time.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, clean, and well-organized shop environment equipped with specialized in-house machines tailored to the company’s processes. The facility supports applications center operations, including utilities, production equipment, CNC and rolling machines, and trial setups for milling and extrusion. Work involves close collaboration with engineering, operations, and third-party vendors, as well as hands-on interaction with mechanical and electrical systems. The environment emphasizes food safety, 5S practices, and continuous improvement, providing a structured and professional setting for technical work.

This is a Permanent position based out of Plymouth, MN.

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

ligibility 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Plymouth,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

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.

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.