Job Title: 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician Job Description
The 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring peak performance and reliability of industrial machinery in a 24/7 plastics production environment. You will begin with approximately six weeks on day shift for hands-on training and then transition to a rotating 12-hour night schedule (6:00 p.m. 6:00 a.m.). In this role, you perform mechanical repairs, electrical troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on plastic extrusion lines and high-speed perforation-on-roll equipment to minimize unplanned downtime and keep production running safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Perform preventative maintenance by working through established PM schedules to prevent unplanned production halts and ensure continuous operation.
Monitor, inspect, and service pneumatic and hydraulic components to maintain optimal performance and reliability.
Refurbish and replace worn mechanical parts such as rollers, bearings, and drive belts to reduce equipment failures.
Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on extrusion lines, including screw and barrel assemblies, gearboxes, and motors.
Maintain and repair perf-on-roll machinery, including precision blades, tension control systems, and high-speed winders, to support accurate perforation and consistent roll quality.
Calibrate and maintain heating systems by managing thermocouples, heat zones, and cooling units to ensure proper processing temperatures.
Read and interpret electrical schematics to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and controls.
Identify and resolve issues related to PLC-controlled equipment to restore functionality and improve machine performance.
Support continuous improvement efforts by proactively identifying potential equipment issues and recommending maintenance or upgrades.
Work safely and efficiently on the production floor, following all safety procedures while performing tasks at heights, in tight spaces, and with heavy components.
Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to coordinate repairs and maintenance activities that minimize impact on operations.
Essential Skills
At least 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance in a manufacturing or production environment.
Strong expertise in mechanical power transmission systems, including gears, belts, chains, and related components.
Proficiency with pneumatics, including valves, actuators, and air distribution systems.
Ability to perform machine repair on complex industrial equipment, including extrusion lines and related machinery.
Experience maintaining and executing preventative maintenance schedules on production equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues using schematics and diagnostic tools.
Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment and performing basic PLC-related troubleshooting.
Capability to lift up to 50 pounds safely as part of routine maintenance tasks.
Comfort working at heights and in tight or confined spaces when required by the job.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to equipment reliability and safety.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Direct experience with extrusion or plastic processing machinery is highly desirable.
Knowledge of perforation patterns and bag-making equipment used in high-speed production environments.
Welding and fabrication skills, including TIG and MIG welding, for repair and modification of equipment and components.
Familiarity with high-speed perforation-on-roll equipment, tension controls, and winding systems.
Experience working in facilities that produce products for medical or pharmaceutical applications, with associated quality standards.
Why Work Here?
You join a production environment where equipment reliability and technical expertise are highly valued, and your work directly supports high-quality output for critical end uses such as medical and pharmaceutical applications. The role offers structured training on day shift before transitioning to a stable rotating night schedule, providing clear expectations and consistency in your work routine. You work with advanced extrusion and high-speed processing equipment, giving you the opportunity to deepen your skills in complex industrial maintenance and grow your technical capabilities. The organization emphasizes safety, continuous operation, and quality, creating a setting where skilled maintenance professionals can take pride in their impact and develop their careers in a modern manufacturing facility.
Work Environment
This maintenance position is based directly on the production floor in a heavy plastics manufacturing facility and is physically demanding. You work in an environment with typical industrial sights, sounds, and temperatures, including exposure to running machinery and active production lines. Extrusion areas are air-conditioned to maintain consistent product quality for medical and pharmaceutical-grade bags, offering a controlled climate in key parts of the facility. The role follows a rotating 12-hour night shift schedule (6:00 p.m. 6:00 a.m.) after an initial training period on day shift, requiring comfort with extended shifts and overnight work. You will regularly handle tools, equipment, and components, and may need to work at heights or in tight spaces while adhering to all safety procedures and wearing appropriate industrial work attire and protective gear.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.35 - $33.35/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 Grand Rapids, MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.
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.
