Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employee referral bonuses

Perfect attendance bonuses

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Saline, MI to maintain and repair plastic molding machines and auxiliary equipment across multiple shifts. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety in a modern facility.

Qualified candidates have 2+ years in maintenance, strong hydraulics and pneumatics skills, 2-5 years with plastic injection molding, and an Associate's degree or equivalent. On-site position with competitive wages and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, preventive maintenance, and installation.
• 2-5 years of experience with plastic injection molding.
• Associate's Degree, Trade, Technical Support, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronic systems.
• Experience with electrical circuits and injection molding machines.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on plastic molding machines and auxiliary equipment, adhering to the established schedule.
• Make necessary adjustments to preventative maintenance programs.
• Install and repair grinders, thermulators, chillers, and other ancillary equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, with 80% of issues being mechanical and 20% electrical, including wiring repairs on 480-volt machines.
• Utilize problem-solving tools to identify the root cause of maintenance issues.
• Participate actively in creating and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Install and transfer equipment as needed and perform facility maintenance tasks such as repairing floor fans or overhead cranes.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Conveyors

Preventive maintenance

Installation

Plastic injection molding

Reading schematics

Electrical systems

Blueprint reading

Robots & automation

PLC troubleshooting

Education

Associate's Degree

Trade/Technical Certification

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated Maintenance Technicians for multiple shifts. These positions are responsible for maintaining and repairing plastic molding machines and auxiliary equipment to ensure smooth plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on plastic molding machines and auxiliary equipment, adhering to the established schedule.

• Make necessary adjustments to preventative maintenance programs.

• Install and repair grinders, thermulators, chillers, and other ancillary equipment.

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, with 80% of issues being mechanical and 20% electrical, including wiring repairs on 480-volt machines.

• Utilize problem-solving tools to identify the root cause of maintenance issues.

• Participate actively in creating and maintaining a safe working environment.

• Install and transfer equipment as needed and perform facility maintenance tasks such as repairing floor fans or overhead cranes.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of maintenance experience.

• Strong mechanical skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, preventive maintenance, and installation.

• 2-5 years of experience with plastic injection molding.

• Associate's Degree, Trade, Technical Support, or equivalent experience.

• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronic systems.

• Experience with electrical circuits and injection molding machines.

• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with robots and automation equipment.

• PLC troubleshooting skills.

Why Work Here?

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid time off, short and long-term disability, paid holidays, a 401K plan with matching, tuition reimbursement, and an employee referral bonus program. Our unique five-day work schedule supports excellent work-life balance.

Work Environment

Our facility is modern and well-maintained, featuring two break rooms with amenities such as TV, free coffee, and fountain machines. Although the plant is not temperature controlled and can be warm due to the machines, large shipping doors are opened on cool days to help regulate the temperature.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saline, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $62400.00/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.

BenefitsONCE DIRECT:-Competitive wages-Employee Referral Bonuses-Perfect Attendance Bonuses-A Rich Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long and Short-Term Disability (Company Paid), a robust Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saline,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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.