Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Packaging Equipment

Aerotek; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Suffolk, VA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to service packaging and processing equipment and facility systems. You will work largely independently to inspect, troubleshoot, overhaul, and remanufacture plant machinery while using your technical knowledge and judgment.

The role emphasizes preventive and predictive maintenance, precision measurement, and hands-on fabrication with a range of mechanical and electrical tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven mechanical and electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Own tools required for mechanical/electrical tasks.
• Experience with conveyors, pumps, packaging equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and overhaul drives, motors, pneumatics, hydraulics.
• Troubleshoot and test production machinery for reliability.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on facility equipment.
• Repair motor control centers and electromechanical drives.
• Use precision instruments to verify clearances.
• Order parts and manage maintenance logs.
• Fabricate and weld components as needed.
• Assist with shop duties and record-keeping.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Independent worker

Packaging equipment

Troubleshooting

Measuring tools

Metal fabrication

Welding

Machining

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Forklift driving

Job description

Aerotek in Suffolk, VA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to service packaging and processing equipment and facility systems. You will work largely independently to inspect, troubleshoot, overhaul, and remanufacture plant machinery while using your technical knowledge and judgment.

The role emphasizes preventive and predictive maintenance, precision measurement, and hands-on fabrication with a range of mechanical and electrical tasks.