Entry Level Operations Assistant Jobs in Minnesota

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Entry Level)

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining and repairing production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment that produces corrugated paper packaging. You will perform mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical repairs, support troubleshooting activities, and carry out preventive maintenance to keep corrugators, die cutters, conveyors, and converting equipment running reliably and safely. You will use a maintenance system to document work and will follow established safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, while working in a clean, climate-controlled facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical repairs on corrugators, die cutters, conveyors, and converting equipment to maintain reliable operation.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, and minor electrical issues to quickly identify and resolve equipment problems.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks on production equipment to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to perform repairs, adjustments, and component replacements.
• Follow established safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others.
• Document all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections accurately in the maintenance system (CMMS) for traceability and planning.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals to diagnose issues and execute repairs correctly.
• Support electrical troubleshooting tasks, including working with 3-phase power and PLC-controlled equipment under guidance as needed.
• Assist in diagnosing issues related to hydraulics and pneumatics and perform necessary maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work and minimize production interruptions.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort using a variety of hand tools and power tools.
• Trade-school coursework or hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, automotive, HVAC, machining, or similar technical fields.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, including 3-phase power, and the ability to assist with electrical troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic systems and components and their application in industrial equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience or exposure to mechanical, electrical, repair, diagnosis, troubleshooting, maintenance, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical or mechanical schematics to support troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment around operating machinery and conveyors.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document work performed in a maintenance system.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with corrugated or other high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for logging and tracking maintenance work.
• Exposure to PLC controls and PLC troubleshooting in an industrial setting.
• Experience with electrical maintenance, including electrical troubleshooting and maintenance repair.
• Basic fabrication skills, such as light welding, cutting, or modifying components, are beneficial.
• Prior experience as a maintenance technician or in industrial maintenance environments.
• Ability to interpret and work from equipment manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn new technologies and equipment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing operation that offers a clean, climate-controlled environment where safety and reliability are priorities. The team-oriented culture encourages collaboration between maintenance and production, giving you the chance to broaden your technical skills across mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems. You will gain hands-on experience with high-speed industrial equipment and modern maintenance tools, including CMMS and PLC-controlled systems, supporting your long-term growth in industrial maintenance. The environment supports continuous learning, practical skill development, and the opportunity to work with a variety of equipment and technologies.

Work Environment

The facility is a climate-controlled and clean manufacturing environment dedicated to producing corrugated paper boxes for packaging. The production floor includes corrugators, die cutters, conveyors, and other high-speed converting equipment. Noise levels can be higher near the machines, while the majority of the floor remains relatively quiet and comfortable. You will work around moving equipment and conveyors, using hand tools, power tools, and maintenance systems to perform your duties. The role involves being on the production floor for much of the shift, collaborating closely with production and maintenance teams in a structured, safety-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.89 - $28.89/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 Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.

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.