Maintenance Mechanic

Aerotek; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking skilled Maintenance Technicians to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently at our Buffalo, NY site. This contract-to-hire role offers multiple shifts with first, second, and third shift options and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reliability and safety in a food/beverage manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Maintenance experience in manufacturing, food/beverage production, or industrial environments.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production, packaging, filling, and conveyor equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reliability.
• Ensure equipment meets food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Complete maintenance work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and facility projects.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Sanitation teams.
• Follow all safety procedures including LOTO, GMP, and food safety requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Independent work

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or trade certification

Tools

PLCs

CMMS

Electrical schematics

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Pay Range

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Multiple Shifts Available

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Competitive Pay + Overtime Opportunities

Stable, Growing Manufacturing Environment

Career Advancement & Technical Development

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Safety-First, Team-Oriented Culture

About the Role

We're looking for skilled Maintenance Technicians to keep our production equipment running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy troubleshooting, solving problems, and working with advanced manufacturing equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair production, packaging, filling, and conveyor equipment

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems

• Support continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and reliability

• Ensure equipment meets food safety, quality, and regulatory standards

• Complete maintenance work orders and maintenance documentation

• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and facility projects

• Partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Sanitation teams

• Follow all safety procedures, including LOTO, GMP, and food safety requirements

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED

• Maintenance experience in manufacturing, food production, beverage production, or industrial environments

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree, trade certification, or apprenticeship training

• Experience in food, beverage, dairy, bakery, pharmaceutical, or CPG manufacturing

• PLC troubleshooting experience

• Knowledge of GMP, food safety, and sanitation standards

• CMMS experience

Work Environment

• Clean and well-lit manufacturing facility

• Modern production equipment

• Supportive team environment

• Strong focus on safety, quality, and employee growth

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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.

• 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

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.