Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Dunlap (TN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek in Dunlap, TN is seeking a Sewing Machine Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical maintenance, repair, and adjustment of industrial sewing machines to ensure reliable, high-quality production.

Work involves diagnosing mechanical/electrical issues, preventive maintenance, and coordinating repairs to minimize downtime. This is a fully onsite, permanent role with a 1st shift schedule and on-call expectations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance on industrial sewing machines.
• Able to disassemble and reassemble small machines after repair or maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Adjust machines for different fabrics and stitch types and production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance and tune-ups of sewing machines.
• Replace worn components such as needles, belts, motors, and presser feet.
• Calibrate for timing, alignment, and operating parameters.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues with diagnostic testing.
• Schedule repairs and coordinate with supervisor on issues.
• Maintain stitch quality and machine reliability.
• Change tooling and machine setups for current production needs.
• Keep workshop clean and safe.

Skills

Industrial sewing machines

Mechanical repair

Troubleshooting

Component replacement

Preventive maintenance

Tool setup

Safety compliance

Fine motor skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Job description

Job Title: Sewing Machine Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on performing mechanical maintenance, repair, and adjustment of industrial sewing machines to ensure reliable, high-quality production. You will diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues, carry out preventive maintenance, and keep equipment operating at peak performance in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance, tune-ups, and thorough cleaning of sewing machines to prevent breakdowns and extend equipment life.

• Replace worn or damaged components such as needles, belts, motors, presser feet, and other small parts, ensuring proper installation and function.

• Calibrate sewing machines for optimal performance, including adjusting timing, alignment, and operating parameters.

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues on industrial sewing machines using diagnostic testing and systematic troubleshooting methods.

• Conduct effective repairs to minimize downtime on production lines and restore machines to full operating condition.

• Perform detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis to maintain consistent stitch quality and overall machine reliability.

• Adjust machines for different fabrics, stitch types, and garment patterns, including calibrating needle and thread tension and configuring machines for high-speed production.

• Ensure proper stitch formation to prevent skipped stitches, thread breakage, or fabric damage.

• Carry out technical assessments of manufacturing problems related to series tools and implement professional corrections when tool-related issues occur.

• Schedule required equipment repairs and ensure timely completion of maintenance activities.

• Coordinate with the supervisor when technical or quantitative problems arise that cannot be resolved with reasonable effort.

• Change over tooling and machine setups to the appropriate configuration for current operational and production needs.

• Maintain order and cleanliness in the workshop and workstations, following established housekeeping standards.

• Comply with all occupational safety requirements and promote a safe working environment.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience performing mechanical maintenance on sewing machines, including industrial sewing equipment.

• Proficiency in taking apart small machines and reassembling them correctly after repair or maintenance.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving mechanical and basic electrical issues in sewing machines.

• Demonstrated ability in small parts repair, including replacement and adjustment of needles, belts, motors, and presser feet.

• Experience with preventive and preventative maintenance practices to reduce machine failures and downtime.

• Mechanical troubleshooting skills within a manufacturing or maintenance technician environment.

• Ability to adjust sewing machines for various fabrics, stitch types, and production requirements, including tension and speed settings.

• Capability to perform diagnostic testing and implement effective repairs under time-sensitive production conditions.

• Attention to detail to maintain consistent stitch quality and machine reliability.

• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area and adhering to occupational safety standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with industrial sewing operations in a manufacturing setting.

• Familiarity with changeover of tooling and configuring machines for different production runs.

• Ability to coordinate repair schedules and communicate equipment status with supervisors or team leads.

• Comfort working independently within a small team environment while managing multiple maintenance tasks.

• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to perform root cause analysis to prevent recurring issues.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, close-knit team that values reliability, collaboration, and hands-on expertise. The schedule is structured around four 10-hour shifts, providing a stable full-time opportunity with an extended weekend period. This environment offers the chance to work closely with production operations, develop specialized skills in sewing machine maintenance, and contribute directly to efficient, high-quality manufacturing.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing setting focused on industrial sewing operations and related tooling. You will work primarily on 1st shift, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with on-call expectations from Friday through Sunday as needed. The environment involves working around production lines, industrial sewing machines, and workshop tools, requiring adherence to occupational safety guidelines and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Dunlap, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $68640.00/yr.

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.

10 holidaysPTOafter 1 year possible flex schedulebenefits

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dunlap,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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 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.