Maintenance Technician

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential $0.75/hr

Overtime opportunities

Strong 401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Shoe allowance

Fertility benefits

Adoption assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our modern, high-speed Kenosha facility. You’ll troubleshoot and maintain production equipment, splitting time between mechanical and electrical tasks to minimize downtime.

The role requires 2–5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, with hands-on skills in PLCs, HMIs, and electrical systems up to 480V. Opportunity to advance with strong benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting in automated/high-speed environments.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and 480V systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective mechanical and electrical maintenance on high-speed production equipment.
• Troubleshoot conveyors, packaging machinery, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Diagnose electrical issues up to 480V, sensors, VFDs, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Respond to production line calls, resolve equipment issues, and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Support equipment changeovers, line operations, and production efficiency.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and equipment drawings.
• Document maintenance activities and work orders through the CMMS system.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and applicable electrical and safety codes.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs & HMIs

Electrical schematics

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Education

Technical certification

Associate degree

Formal industrial maintenance training

Tools

CMMS

SCADA/HMI

Job description

Position OverviewJoin a household name in the food and beverage industry as a Maintenance Technician at a modern, high-speed manufacturing facility! This is an excellent opportunity to work with automated production equipment, develop your technical skills, and grow your career with an established company known for its outstanding benefits and long-term career opportunities.In this hands-on role, you'll troubleshoot and maintain production equipment, with an even split between mechanical and electrical maintenance. You'll play a critical role in minimizing downtime, supporting production, and keeping operations running safely and efficiently.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform preventive and corrective mechanical and electrical maintenance on high-speed production equipment.Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, packaging machinery, motors, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems.Diagnose electrical issues involving equipment up to 480V, sensors, VFDs, servo motors, PLCs, and HMIs.Respond to production line calls, resolve equipment issues, and minimize unplanned downtime.Support equipment changeovers, line operations, and production efficiency.Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and equipment drawings.Fabricate and rebuild parts, perform basic welding, and assist with equipment upgrades.Document maintenance activities and work orders through the CMMS system.Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and applicable electrical and safety codes.Maintain a clean, organized work environment and support continuous improvement initiatives.Qualifications2–5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; candidates coming directly from technical school with relevant hands-on exposure are encouraged to apply.Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience.Familiarity with automated equipment and high-speed production environments.Mechanical skills involving conveyors, packaging equipment, bearings, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics.Electrical troubleshooting experience with equipment up to 480V.Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and electrical schematics.Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience in food and beverage, bottling, pharmaceutical, medical device, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.Technical certification, associate degree, or formal training in industrial maintenance or a related field.PLC programming experience.Previous experience in a union manufacturing facility.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive pay of $33.11–$40.31 per hour, plus a $0.75/hour night shift differential.Excellent overtime opportunities, with the potential to pick up an additional shift and earn 15–20 extra hours per week when available.Strong 401(k) program with a 6% company match and an additional discretionary year-end match.Comprehensive insurance and financial benefits, including life insurance, FSA, and HSA options.Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for continued technical training.Shoe allowance, fertility benefits, and adoption assistance.Employee and family support programs, including one-on-one coaching and family solutions.Employee appreciation events and opportunities for long-term career growth.Schedule & TrainingNight shift: 6:00 PM–6:00 AM on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.Work every other weekend.Initial training on day shift for approximately 2–6 weeks before transitioning to nights.Overtime is available based on production needs.Employees begin with a 90-day period before entering the union.Location: Kenosha, WIPay: $33.11–$40.31 per hour + $0.75/hour night shift differentialSchedule: 6:00 PM–6:00 AM, 2-2-3 scheduleOvertime: Significant opportunities availableIf you're a mechanically and electrically inclined maintenance professional looking for strong earning potential, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to grow with a well-established industry leader, this is an opportunity worth exploring!You should be proficient in:Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsElectrical InstallationElectrical TroubleshootingElectrical RepairPneumatics TroubleshootingMaintenance and Repair SkillsEquipment Diagnostics & TroubleshootingMechanical Systems & Component RepairElectrical Panel InstallationElectrical Schematic ReadingEquipment Installation & WiringEquipment Repair & MaintenanceEquipment InstallationBlueprint ReadingMachines & technologies you'll use:Conveyor Systems