Production Set-up Mechanic

Aleron; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 48,620 - 65,780; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Walpole, MA is seeking a Production Set-up Mechanic for a 12-month temporary assignment. You will set up, calibrate, and maintain high-volume filling and packaging equipment to support efficient production.

With a HS diploma and 2+ years of experience, you will troubleshoot routine equipment issues, document maintenance, and communicate updates to the production team. This role offers a collaborative, safety-focused environment within a global workforce solutions leader.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience setting up, maintaining, or repairing manufacturing or packaging equipment.
• Basic knowledge of machine shop equipment and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and repair high-volume filling and packaging machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues impacting daily production.
• Record maintenance activities in the CMMS and communicate updates to the team.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify reliability improvements.
• Communicate production line performance and maintenance updates during daily team huddles.
• Support production teams by responding promptly to equipment needs.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintenance best practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office applications

Job description

Job Title: Production Set-up Mechanic

Location: Walpole, MA

Employment Type: Temp (12 Months)

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $27.50/Hour

Schedule: 40 Hours/Week 2nd Shift

About the Opportunity:

• Set up, calibrate, and maintain high-volume manufacturing and packaging equipment to support efficient production.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment issues and perform repairs to minimize downtime.
• Accurately document maintenance activities and communicate equipment performance with the production team.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritises both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Set up, calibrate, and repair high-volume filling and packaging machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues impacting daily production.
• Record maintenance activities and completed work in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improved reliability.
• Communicate production line performance and maintenance updates during daily team huddles.
• Support production teams by responding promptly to equipment needs.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintenance best practices.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience with setting up, maintaining, or repairing manufacturing or packaging equipment.

What Sets You Apart:

• Basic knowledge of machine shop equipment
• Experience with computers, including office applications
• 1+ years' experience setting up, maintaining and repairing high volume filling and packaging machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Good understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, fluidic, and basic electronic control systems
• Ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities
• Ability to follow and adhere to written work instructions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Be comfortable working autonomously or in small groups.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.