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Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Join our innovative company that specializes in producing reusable furnace filters made from coconut fibers. We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to address mechanical issues within our plant.

Responsibilities

+ Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic components in the plant.

+ Maintain and service equipment including choppers, grinders, ovens, paint mixers, and painting machines.

+ Ensure the efficient operation of conveyor systems.

+ Perform routine tasks such as motor changes, bearing replacements, and machine lubrication.

+ Assist in other facility areas as needed, including loading trucks, sweeping, and packing boxes.

Essential Skills

+ Mechanical experience in hydraulics and pneumatics (minimum 6 months).

+ Ability to disassemble and reassemble machinery.

+ Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.

+ Knowledge of low voltage electrical systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Certification or formal schooling in a relevant field is beneficial.

+ Experience with preventive maintenance and service industrial equipment.

Why Work Here?

Become part of a dynamic and supportive work environment where collaboration and growth are encouraged. Enjoy the flexibility in work hours and the opportunity to expand your skills in a hands-on role.

Work Environment

Work in a facility with 35 colleagues, characterized by a dusty and paint-scented atmosphere. The environment is hot and demanding, with shifts from Monday to Friday, 5 AM to 3 PM, offering some flexibility in hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Michigan City, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $42000.00 - $48000.00/yr.

benefits kick in the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment

will get medical

dental

life insurance

Short term disability after 1 year

vision

holiday pay - 10 holidays

PTO

401k plan

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Michigan City,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.