Assistant Maintenance Mechanic (Manufacturing)

Primary Staffing Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Staffing Inc. is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Mechanic in Indianapolis to support the maintenance team with preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and equipment upkeep to keep production running smoothly.

This entry‑level role offers hands-on training in a manufacturing environment, with opportunities to build technical skills while working on first and second shifts. Candidates should be able to stand, bend, kneel, and lift, and must pass aptitude testing and interview.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical knowledge or maintenance experience.
• Able to stand for the full shift.
• Able to bend, kneel, and lift as needed.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Must pass mechanical/electrical aptitude testing and interview.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Support troubleshooting and basic mechanical repairs.
• Help inspect equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Assist during equipment breakdowns and maintenance tasks.
• Maintain tools and keep the maintenance area organized.
• Follow safety procedures including lock-out/tag-out.
• Support documentation of maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety, GMP, and quality standards.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Maintenance experience

Job description

Join a growing manufacturing team as an Assistant Maintenance Mechanic in Indianapolis. This position supports the maintenance department by assisting with preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and equipment upkeep to help ensure smooth and efficient production operations. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to grow their technical skills in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment
• Support troubleshooting and basic mechanical repairs
• Help inspect equipment to ensure proper operation
• Assist during equipment breakdowns and maintenance tasks
• Maintain tools and keep the maintenance area organized
• Follow safety procedures including lock-out/tag-out
• Support documentation of maintenance activities
• Follow all safety, GMP, and quality standards

Requirements

• Basic mechanical knowledge or maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to stand for the full shift
• Ability to bend, kneel, and lift as needed
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Must pass mechanical/electrical aptitude testing and interview

Shift: 1st & 2nd Shift Available

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $19.00/hr (Based on interview)