Union Apprentice Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic supports a high-speed manufacturing facility by maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting production and packaging equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role works on either 1st or 2nd shift in a union environment and focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance, adherence to GMP standards, and continuous improvement of equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and perform minor troubleshooting on production and packaging equipment to achieve optimum performance.
• Diagnose and resolve technical problems on mechanical and electrical systems to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment according to established schedules and procedures to reduce unplanned failures.
• Maintain GMP standards and excellent housekeeping practices throughout the production and maintenance areas.
• Troubleshoot packaging equipment and processing machinery to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to perform accurate maintenance and repairs.
• Use a variety of hand tools and industrial maintenance equipment safely and effectively to complete assigned tasks.
• Support millwright activities, including installation, alignment, and repair of mechanical components in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with production personnel to address equipment issues, improve performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform PLC troubleshooting at a basic level as needed to assist in identifying control-related issues.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when working with mechanical equipment, moving parts, and electrical components.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage according to plant requirements and maintenance best practices.
• Navigate the production floor to inspect, service, and clean equipment, ensuring all machinery is operating within specifications.
• Participate in overtime as needed on Fridays and Saturdays to support production demands and maintenance needs.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Approximately 5 years of maintenance or millwright experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Technical or trade school graduate or completion of an apprenticeship program in a relevant field.
• Knowledge and skills equivalent to at least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in industrial maintenance and manufacturing mechanics.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production and packaging equipment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Basic PLC troubleshooting skills.
• Skilled in the safe and effective use of hand tools and maintenance tools.
• Ability to work on 1st shift (4:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) or 2nd shift (2:15 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.), Sunday through Thursday, with some Friday/Saturday overtime.
• Capability to work in a union environment where shift assignment is determined by contract and may change with schedule updates.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a high-speed, unionized manufacturing or plant environment.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements and housekeeping standards in production facilities.
• Comfort working with mechanical equipment that has moving parts and complex assemblies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with production and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Willingness to adapt to schedule changes, such as a 3-2-3 rotation (three days on, two days off) as implemented in the future.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a structured union environment with clear contractual provisions, including paid vacation that increases with tenure, holiday pay aligned with scheduled hours, and regular hourly rate increases at the end of each contract year. Team members earn vacation time after one year of employment and accrue additional paid time off over time. Birthday leave offers flexibility, allowing employees to take time off during their birthday month or receive equivalent pay. Union membership provides transparent dues and initiation fee structures, along with predictable wage progression, supporting long-term stability and financial planning.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a plant environment on a production floor where temperatures may vary and dust particulates are present. The role involves prolonged standing and walking, as well as frequent bending, stooping, climbing, and crouching to access and service equipment. The Maintenance Mechanic regularly pushes, lifts, and pulls raw materials such as film, tin tie rolls, and valves weighing up to 60 pounds. The facility includes mechanical equipment with moving parts and exposure to high noise levels, dust, heat, cold, and fumes from chemicals used in flavorings. Employees must be comfortable working in this industrial setting while following all safety protocols and using appropriate personal protective equipment.

This is a Permanent position based out of LANDOVER, MD.

The pay range for this position is $63440.00 - $71760.00/yr.

Tata Consumer Products offers employees benefits including health and wellness programs (medical, dental, vision, and the Calm premium subscription), retirement plans (401k and pensions), paid time off (vacation, sick days, holidays, volunteer days)

This is a fully onsite position in LANDOVER,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.