Maintenance Technician

• Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician – Automated Assembly

Job Description

Join a high-tech electronic manufacturing facility that produces OEM electronic components for leading automotive brands. In this role, you support and improve complex automated assembly equipment in a state-of-the-art, cleanroom production environment. You diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and help keep high-speed automated lines running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, diagnose, and repair problems on high-speed automated assembly line equipment, contact welding and press machines, robotic coil winders, axial and radial inserters, wave soldering machines, and SMT equipment.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing engineering and production supervisors to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, wiring schematic diagrams, and complex equipment manuals to guide troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Apply advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills to assess problems, test systems, and evaluate equipment performance.
• Use effective PLC diagnostics and programming skills to identify and correct control-related issues on automated equipment.
• Support the development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs for all production equipment, ensuring tasks are completed on time and documented accurately.
• Work with production supervisors to schedule preventive maintenance activities while minimizing impact on production schedules.
• Train production operators on simple preventive maintenance duties and basic equipment care to support uptime and equipment longevity.
• Assist in developing and maintaining an accurate spare parts inventory for production machinery and equipment.
• Prepare and complete purchase requisitions for spare parts and components as needed to support maintenance activities.
• Investigate causes of machine problems related to equipment, raw materials, and tooling, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Recommend and implement improvements to processes and equipment to increase efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Properly document new procedures, machine changes, and equipment additions, and accurately complete all paperwork associated with preventive maintenance and machine downtime.
• Create special fixtures or modify existing equipment using tools and machines such as surface grinders, milling machines, arc welders, and lathes when required.
• Use diagnostic and measuring devices, including voltmeters, calipers, micrometers, and oscilloscopes, to verify equipment performance and confirm repairs.
• Continuously improve equipment performance and reliability while demonstrating excellence in maintenance service and support.
• Participate in and support the company’s management and quality systems, including continuous improvement and related initiatives.
• Follow all safety procedures and good manufacturing practices in a cleanroom environment, including proper use of tools, equipment, and protective attire.
• Perform physical tasks associated with maintenance work, including standing, walking, reaching, and occasionally lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds.
• Work an 8-hour minimum shift on 2nd shift (approximately 1:30 PM–9:45 PM), with flexibility to work additional hours and weekend rotations as needed to complete daily assignments and support high production volumes.
• Adhere to scheduled breaks and lunches, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch and two 15-minute breaks per shift.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience working on automated assembly equipment in a production environment.
• 3+ years of experience as an equipment technician on automation electronic assembly production equipment that uses robot arms for conveying product in a semi cleanroom or ESD (ElectroStatic Discharge) environment.
• 3+ years of experience as an equipment technician in a high-volume automated assembly environment.
• Strong electrical maintenance and troubleshooting skills, including experience with industrial electrical systems and sensor controls.
• Solid mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting skills, including experience with mechanical repair and adjustment of automated machinery.
• Hands-on experience with PLC diagnostics and troubleshooting for automated equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, wiring schematic diagrams, and complex equipment manuals.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on automated and electronic assembly equipment.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic and measuring tools such as voltmeters, calipers, micrometers, and oscilloscopes.
• Experience working with automation systems, including troubleshooting and repair of automated lines and related control systems.
• Familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics as they relate to automated production machinery.
• Ability to investigate root causes of equipment problems and propose effective corrective actions.
• Capability to document maintenance activities, machine changes, and new procedures accurately and clearly.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, use hands to handle or feel components and tools, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and to work overtime (8–10 hours per week on average) when required to support production demands.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience on automated assembly equipment is highly preferred.
• Previous experience working within the automotive industry is a plus.
• Additional PLC troubleshooting and programming experience beyond basic diagnostics is advantageous.
• Any formal schooling or relevant certifications in electrical, PLC, automation, or related fields are beneficial.
• Completion of electrical, PLC, or automation training and/or an associate degree from a community college is a plus.
• Experience working in a semi cleanroom or cleanroom environment with ESD-sensitive equipment is advantageous.
• Experience in SMT (Surface Mount Technology), ECU (Electrical Component Unit), or PSS (Power Seat Switch) production environments is helpful.
• Comfort working with machine shop tools and equipment such as surface grinders, milling machines, arc welders, and lathes.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with engineering, production supervisors, and operators.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, documentation accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a modern, state-of-the-art facility that emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety while offering robust benefits and long-term stability. The environment is climate controlled and well lit, supporting your comfort and focus throughout each shift. You can take advantage of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, a 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth. The company encourages work-life balance by providing structured shifts with defined breaks, while also offering overtime opportunities in response to a strong project pipeline. Holiday pay, including enhanced pay for specific holidays, rewards your commitment during peak times. You will join a collaborative culture that values continuous improvement, supports skill development, and invests in advanced technology and equipment.

Work Environment

This role is based at a large, approximately 350,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in St. Charles, IL, with around 250 employees across production and warehouse operations. You will primarily support production equipment in a cleanroom environment that includes PSS (Power Seat Switch), ECU (Electrical Component Unit), and SMT (Surface Mount Technology) departments. The production area is meticulously clean, organized, climate controlled, and well lit, with a look and feel similar to a hospital—sterile, sanitary, and highly organized. The maintenance department is fully equipped to support a wide range of production machinery, including high-speed automated assembly lines, contact welding and press machines, robotic coil winders, axial and radial inserters, wave soldering machines, and SMT equipment. The standard schedule for this position is 2nd shift, approximately 1:30 PM–9:45 PM, with 8-hour minimum days and frequent opportunities for overtime and weekend rotations to complete daily assignments and support high project volumes. During each shift, you receive a 30-minute unpaid lunch and two 15-minute paid breaks. Work involves frequent use of hands for handling parts and tools, as well as regular standing, walking, and reaching, with occasional lifting and moving of items up to 50 pounds. In the cleanroom production areas (PSS, ECU, SMT), you must follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), which include wearing a gown, hairnet, and shoe covers for each shift, along with long sleeves and appropriate pants. No jewelry is allowed in production, including rings, necklaces, and body piercings. Steel-toe shoes are not required in these production departments. Warehouse areas such as Shipping, Receiving, and Material Management do not require GMP attire; however, employees in these departments must wear steel-toe shoes. Both production and warehouse spaces are clean, organized, and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and professional work setting focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Charles, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Charles,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.

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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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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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 meet 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 in solving 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.