RME Jam Tech

Aerotek; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a hands-on RME Jam Tech to keep conveyance and material handling systems running smoothly in a large Canton, MS facility. This contract role involves clearing jams, supporting preventive maintenance, and contributing to projects that improve uptime in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires climbing, lifting up to 49 pounds, and working a 24/7 schedule including weekends and nights.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools.
• Ability to lift up to 49 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways.
• Ability to perform bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Flexibility to work weekends/nights/holidays for a 24/7 operation.
• Experience in manufacturing/warehouse environments.
• Familiarity with warehouse workflows.
• Basic inventory/logistics understanding.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and MHE to maintain uptime.
• Access elevated equipment safely to locate jams.
• Use basic hand tools for maintenance tasks.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks on equipment.
• Move equipment and materials up to 49 pounds.
• Stand and walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Bend, lift, reach to service equipment.
• Support warehouse, production, distribution operations.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends/nights/holidays.

Skills

Hand tools

Lift 49 lbs

Stand 12 hours

Climb ladders

Flexible schedule

Manufacturing experience

Inventory basics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift exposure

Job description

Job Title: RME Jam Tech Job Description

Join the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team as an RME Jam Tech and play a hands-on role in keeping critical conveyance and material handling systems running smoothly. You will clear equipment jams, support preventive maintenance activities, and contribute to project initiatives that improve operational flow and system uptime across a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role suits someone who enjoys physical, practical work, adapts quickly to changing tasks, and collaborates closely with others to resolve issues safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment (MHE) to maintain system uptime and continuous operational flow.

• Access elevated equipment safely by climbing ladders and gangways to locate and resolve jam conditions.

• Use basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across various operational projects and maintenance activities.

• Follow established safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.

• Move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily tasks.

• Stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours while performing operational and maintenance duties.

• Perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head to access and service equipment.

• Support warehouse, production, distribution, manufacturing, and assembly operations by ensuring material handling systems remain functional.

• Collaborate with operations and maintenance team members to identify issues, communicate status, and support project success.

• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays, to support a 24/7 operation and respond to operational needs.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent educational background.

• Proficiency in using standard hand tools for basic maintenance and operational tasks.

• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 49 pounds safely and repeatedly.

• Ability to stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and work areas.

• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays, in support of a 24/7 operation.

• Experience working in manufacturing, warehouse/distribution, or production/assembly environments.

• Familiarity with warehouse, production, distribution, manufacturing, or assembly workflows.

• Basic understanding of inventory, inventory control, logistics, and supply-related activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• background in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, production, or assembly operations.

• Experience working with material handling equipment (MHE) or similar industrial systems.

• Exposure to forklift operations or material movement processes.

• Experience supporting inventory control, inventory management, logistics, or supply chain activities.

• Comfort working in a high-volume, fast-paced industrial or warehouse setting.

• Strong attention to safety procedures and willingness to follow established protocols.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional operations and maintenance teams.

Why Work Here?

Join a high-energy, 24/7 operation where your hands-on contributions directly support reliable, efficient material flow and system uptime. You will work with a supportive team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while gaining experience in large-scale warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution environments. This role offers the opportunity to build practical technical skills, develop within industrial operations, and take on varied tasks that keep each day engaging and dynamic.

Work Environment

This role is based in a large-scale industrial warehouse and distribution facility operating 24/7. You will work around conveyance systems and material handling equipment (MHE) in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment. The position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing ladders and gangways, and performing physical tasks such as bending, lifting up to 49 pounds, stretching, and reaching above the head and below the waist. Shifts may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays to support continuous operations. You will use standard hand tools and work in close proximity to active production, manufacturing, and distribution processes, following established safety procedures, and site protocols at all times. Attire typically aligns with an industrial warehouse setting, emphasizing safety gear and practical clothing suitable for physical work around equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Canton, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Canton, MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Canton,MS.

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.

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.