Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek in Memphis, TN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated liquid filling and packaging equipment in a demanding industrial setting.

The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with GMP compliance and safety as top priorities. Expect a 1st shift schedule, hands-on preventive maintenance, and collaboration with production teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in industrial repairs and line maintenance.
• Hands-on with automated liquid fillers, rotary and inline types.
• Experience setting up cap appliers and torque units, preferably Apex.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair automated liquid fillers and related packaging equipment.
• Configure and troubleshoot laser coders and labeling equipment.
• Repair conveyors, pumps, motors, valves, and related components.
• Perform preventative maintenance and document activities in the equipment history.
• Follow GMP and safety procedures while minimizing downtime.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Automated equipment

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

3-phase systems

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Industrial Electronics

Tools

Apex equipment

Jet laser coders

Domino coding systems

3-phase electrical systems

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated liquid filling and packaging equipment in an industrial production environment. The Maintenance Technician ensures production lines run safely, efficiently, and reliably by performing mechanical, electrical, and preventive maintenance on a wide range of machinery and systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated liquid fillers, including rotary and inline types, handling 10100 bottles per minute in sizes ranging from 2 oz to 1.5 gallons.
• Set up, adjust, and maintain automated cap appliers and torque units, with preference for Apex brand equipment.
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot laser coding equipment, preferably Jet 2, Jet 3, and Domino-type systems.
• Set up, adjust, troubleshoot, and maintain labeling equipment for multiple label types applied to bottles from 2 oz to 1.5 gallons.
• Troubleshoot and maintain box folders and tapers to ensure reliable packaging operations.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair table-top conveyors ranging from 4.5" to 18" wide, including mechanical and electrical components.
• Troubleshoot, change out, and repair AC and DC motors from 0.5 to 20 horsepower to support production equipment.
• Work with gear drives on multiple types of powered conveyors, including inspection, adjustment, and replacement as needed.
• Troubleshoot, rebuild, and maintain diaphragm and gear pumps to ensure consistent fluid handling and transfer.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace automated valves and solenoids to maintain proper flow control and equipment operation.
• Perform general repairs and line maintenance in an industrial setting, ensuring production equipment remains in optimal working condition.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Apply electrical troubleshooting skills, including working with 3-phase systems, to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and safety procedures while working on production lines and equipment.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage accurately to support equipment history and reliability.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in general repairs and line maintenance in an industrial setting.
• Hands-on experience working on automated liquid fillers, rotary and inline type, handling 10100 bottles per minute and 2 oz to 1.5 gallon sizes.
• Experience setting up, adjusting, and maintaining automated cap appliers and torque units, preferably Apex brand.
• Experience with laser coders, preferably Jet 2, Jet 3, and Domino-type systems.
• Experience with labeling equipment, including setup, adjustment, troubleshooting, and maintenance for multiple label types on various bottle sizes.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining box folders and tapers used in packaging operations.
• Experience working with table-top conveyors from 4.5" to 18" wide, including mechanical and electrical components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and change out AC and DC motors ranging from 0.5 to 20 horsepower.
• Gear drive experience on multiple types of powered conveyors.
• Ability to troubleshoot and rebuild diaphragm and gear pumps.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and replace automated valves and solenoids.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills, including working with 3-phase electrical systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial maintenance context.
• Understanding and application of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) in a production environment.
• High school diploma.
• Ability to work 1st shift, typically 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Industrial Electronics is preferred.
• Certificate in a related technical field is preferred.
• Military equivalent training in industrial maintenance or electronics is preferred.
• Experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or compounding environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ability to perform both corrective and preventive maintenance with attention to detail.
• Comfort working with a variety of production and packaging technologies and equipment.
• Good communication skills for coordinating work with production and maintenance teams.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work practices consistently.

Why Work Here?

You will join a production environment that values skilled trades, hands-on problem solving, and reliable equipment performance. The organization offers a stable schedule with a four-day workweek on first shift, supporting work-life balance while providing exposure to diverse, advanced packaging and processing technologies. You will have the opportunity to deepen your mechanical and electrical expertise, contribute directly to operational efficiency, and work as part of a collaborative team focused on continuous improvement and safe, high-quality manufacturing.

Work Environment

This position is based in a nontemperature-controlled compounding production environment with strong product-related smells. Work is performed on and around automated liquid filling lines, cap appliers, laser coders, labelers, box folders, tapers, pumps, motors, valves, and conveyors. The schedule is 1st shift, typically 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The role involves frequent hands-on work with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, as well as adherence to GMP and safety practices while working in and around active production lines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $35.00/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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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 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.