Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description

This position involves the maintenance and mechanical upkeep of food production machinery, including machining, welding, carpentry, and painting. The role requires utilizing various tools such as voltmeters to assess electrical circuits and involves troubleshooting and calibrating complex control systems.

ResponsibilitiesPerform electrical and mechanical repair of equipment.Troubleshoot and repair packaging equipment and conveyor systems.Record and report on damaged, worn, or broken parts.Use voltmeter to identify voltage, amperage, and resistance of electrical circuits.Install, diagnose, and repair electrical systems and components.Read and interpret electrical schematics to diagnose problems.Replace defective components and wiring, and adjust mechanical parts.Calibrate control panels using relay logic, Cam-driven switch boxes, heat and humidity controls, and process control valves.Work with motor starters, run relays, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and servo motors.Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, and replace filters.Diagnose electrical/mechanical problems and refer to blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.Use CMMS Systems to enter maintenance records and manage spare parts inventories.Essential SkillsMinimum of 5+ years’ experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment as a maintenance mechanic.Strong experience with lockout/tagout procedures.Proficiency in electrical and mechanical technologies and instrumentation.Knowledge of GMP, USDA, FDA, and OSHA standards.Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate control panels and various systems.Experience with CMMS Software.Additional Skills & QualificationsSQF Certification is desirable.Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish).Familiarity with electrical, temperature controls, plumbing, and packaging equipment.Why Work Here?

This position offers comprehensive benefits including basic life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Enjoy a discount marketplace and a range of health insurance options such as Kaiser HMO and Health Net plans. Additional benefits include dental and vision coverage, voluntary life insurance, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.

Work Environment

The work environment requires flexibility in working hours, including the ability to work any shift, weekends, and holidays. The role demands a strong familiarity with safety programs and lockout/tagout procedures. Candidates must be highly motivated and capable of handling a high volume of work accurately in a fast-paced environment. Physical requirements include working in extreme temperatures and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Compton, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discount Marketplace (retail discount program)
Benefit Choices (Shared or EE Paid)
Kaiser HMO
Health Net HMO
Health Net SmartCare HMO
Health Net WholeCare HMO
Health Net PPO
Health Net H.S.A. (with Bank of America)
Guardian Dental PPO
Guardian Vision
Guardian Voluntary Life
Health and Dependent Care FSA plans

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Compton,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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