Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Sr. Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support our manufacturing operations. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on industrial production equipment, including molding systems, auxiliary equipment, electrical systems, and facility HVAC. This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined technician with strong electrical and diagnostic experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on injection molding machines and associated auxiliary equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, controls, sensors, relays, and AC/DC drives.
- Diagnose mechanical failures involving hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, pumps, and drive systems.
- Support troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment, including basic fault tracing and component replacement.
- Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical manuals.
- Maintain and repair HVAC and facility support systems as needed.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures.
- Document maintenance activities and work orders in SAP.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to improve equipment uptime and reliability.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, reliability, and process stability.
- Follow OSHA and company safety standards, including LOTO procedures.
Essential Skills
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Minimum 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience working as a mechanic or technician.
- Proficiency in electrical diagnostics (120V480V systems).
- Ability to troubleshoot hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Experience in mechanical systems repair (bearings, belts, couplings, alignment).
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
- 2+ years of experience working on molding machines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Motor controls and VFD troubleshooting.
- Working knowledge of AC/DC drives.
- Experience with industrial automation systems.
- CMMS/SAP experience.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy steady work with opportunities for growth in a company that values your contribution.
Work Environment
Work in an industrial environment that is very clean and well lit. The shift is from 2:30 PM to 11 PM, Monday through Friday. Be prepared for frequent lifting up to 50 lbs and occasionally lifting more with assistance. Extended standing, walking, occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling are required. Safety is paramount around energized systems and moving machinery.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.50 - $35.20/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,NY.
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.