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Entry-Level Maintenance Technician Apprentice (Food Manufacturing | Paid Training)Launch Your Career in Industrial Maintenance

Start your career with a hands-on maintenance apprenticeship in a clean, modern food manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for candidates looking to build real-world skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance while learning directly from experienced technicians.

As an Entry-Level Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you will support production operations by assisting with troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on equipment used to manufacture confectionery products.

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Key Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance and repair requests for production and facility equipment
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues on manufacturing equipment
• Perform repairs and adjustments to restore equipment to safe, reliable operation
• Work from blueprints, schematics, and instructions to complete maintenance tasks
• Support maintenance on equipment such as:
  • Bagging machines
  • Conveyors
  • Case erectors
  • Kitchen and utility equipment
• Assist with rebuilding smaller components (gearboxes, motors, pneumatic equipment)
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (lubrication, inspections, filter changes)
• Help install, modify, and upgrade equipment and systems
• Safely operate hand and power tools
• Document maintenance work and communicate equipment issues clearly
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability efforts

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Qualifications (Entry-Level Friendly)

• Basic mechanical or electrical aptitude
• Interest in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or skilled trades
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a production environment
• Willingness to learn troubleshooting and repair techniques
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Basic math skills
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work in an active environment
• Comfortable climbing stairs, ladders, and working at heights as needed

No prior experience required. Training is provided for motivated candidates.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school or vocational training in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance
• Exposure to manufacturing or production environments
• Familiarity with:
  • Motors, gearboxes, and industrial equipment
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Electrical systems and controls (3-phase motors, VFDs)
  • PLC fundamentals or troubleshooting
• Experience with conveyors, packaging equipment, or robotics (helpful, not required)

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Why Join Us

• Long-established, stable company with global reach
• Structured training and clear career advancement opportunities
• Strong benefits package at no cost to employees, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and short-term disability
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Weekly pay and safety bonus potential
• Retention bonuses at 6 months and 1 year
• Supportive team environment focused on safety and development

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Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, GMP-compliant food manufacturing facility producing confectionery products such as marshmallows.

Employees work with a variety of industrial equipment, including bagging machines, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and utility systems. The environment is well-maintained and organized, though it can be warm and moderately loud during production.

You will be part of a close-knit team in a facility that emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork.

Shift: 1st Shift (4:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., 2-2-3 rotating schedule, 3 day weekend every other week)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Itasca, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/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 Itasca,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.