Mechanic

Job Title: Mechanic

Job Description

The Mechanic supports continuous production operations by performing both emergency and scheduled maintenance on packaging and production equipment. This role sets up machinery for production runs, troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, and completes repairs that keep equipment running safely and efficiently. The Mechanic reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders, documents all work performed, and consistently follows OSHA safety and health regulations while working across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs on production equipment during active production to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled maintenance services and repairs on production equipment and machines in accordance with preventive maintenance plans.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs, ensuring all equipment is properly configured and ready for operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on packaging and production systems and equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical documentation, and work orders to determine required maintenance and repair procedures.
• Document all tasks performed on work orders, preventive maintenance forms, work logs, and other required records accurately and promptly.
• Comply with OSHA safety and health rules and follow all facility safety policies and procedures while performing maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with other maintenance mechanics and technicians to complete repairs efficiently and share knowledge to improve team capability.
• Move throughout the facility to service equipment wherever it is located, including different production areas and lines.
• Support production by ensuring equipment reliability through proactive maintenance and timely response to equipment issues.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair production and packaging equipment.
• At least 6 months of experience working in a production environment, auto body shop, or other maintenance-related setting.
• Ability to perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, and technical documentation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience documenting maintenance activities on work orders, preventive maintenance forms, or work logs.
• Understanding of and commitment to OSHA safety and health rules and safe work practices.
• Capability to work on 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical school training in mechanics, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Welding experience is highly beneficial for equipment repair and fabrication tasks.
• Experience as a helper, auto mechanic, maintenance mechanic, maintenance technician, production mechanic, or packaging mechanic is advantageous.
• Ability to learn and expand electrical skills on the job, building on existing mechanical experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively with other maintenance personnel.
• Comfort working across multiple production lines and adapting to different types of equipment.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from frequent overtime opportunities that can significantly increase earnings, along with strong support for learning and expanding skills, including electrical maintenance. There are opportunities to work at other facilities when additional help is needed, providing variety and broader experience. Advancement into supervisory roles is very possible, offering clear pathways for career growth and development within a supportive and hands-on environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Marsh, MD.

The pay range for this position is $23.70 - $30.00/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 White Marsh,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.

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.

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.