1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability (short & long-term)

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a food manufacturing facility in Kenosha, WI. The role supports equipment upkeep, sanitation, GMPs, and environmental programs, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m., and aims for a safe, compliant production environment. Responsibilities include sanitation documentation, basic electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting downtime, and collaboration with production and QA teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a food manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong attention to detail when following sanitation, quality, and documentation procedures.
• Ability to perform basic electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks.
• Skill in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Understanding of quality assurance principles in a manufacturing setting.
• Capability to follow GMPs and food defense guidelines consistently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality standards are consistently integrated into daily work and maintenance activities.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food defense guidelines at all times within the facility.
• Complete and maintain accurate sanitation paperwork and documentation as required.
• Adhere to established sanitation procedures to support a safe and hygienic production environment.
• Clean drains, floors, and workspaces in accordance with the quality requirements and the master sanitation schedule.
• Execute pest control activities as part of the facilitys environmental and pest management program.
• Support environmental programs designed to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant facility.
• Perform basic electrical and mechanical maintenance and repairs on equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime and support continuous food production.
• Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to resolve maintenance-related issues efficiently.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Quality assurance

GMP compliance

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

The Maintenance Technician supports a food manufacturing facility by ensuring equipment, work areas, and environmental programs meet strict quality, sanitation, and safety standards. Working Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., this role focuses on maintaining a clean and compliant production environment, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and supporting quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality standards are consistently integrated into daily work and maintenance activities.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food defense guidelines at all times within the facility.
• Complete and maintain accurate sanitation paperwork and documentation as required.
• Adhere to established sanitation procedures to support a safe and hygienic production environment.
• Clean drains, floors, and workspaces in accordance with the quality requirements and the master sanitation schedule.
• Execute pest control activities as part of the facilitys environmental and pest management program.
• Support environmental programs designed to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant facility.
• Perform basic electrical and mechanical maintenance and repairs on equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime and support continuous food production.
• Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to resolve maintenance-related issues efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a food manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong attention to detail when following sanitation, quality, and documentation procedures.
• Ability to perform basic electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks.
• Skill in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Understanding of quality assurance principles in a manufacturing setting.
• Capability to follow GMPs and food defense guidelines consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with pest control procedures and environmental programs in industrial settings.
• Comfort working with sanitation schedules and master sanitation plans.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production and quality teams.

Why Work Here?

You join a facility that invests in your growth through structured training and development programs. There are clear opportunities for internal advancement, allowing you to build a long-term career and move into future positions as you expand your skills. The culture supports learning, continuous improvement, and professional development within a stable manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a food manufacturing facility operating Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The environment is production-focused, with an emphasis on cleanliness, sanitation, and adherence to GMPs and food defense guidelines. You work around food processing equipment, sanitation systems, and pest control programs, and you follow facility procedures designed to maintain a safe, hygienic, and compliant workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kenosha, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kenosha, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kenosha,WI.

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.