3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

Company: Aerotek
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician Grand Rapids $27-32/hour Plastics Industry Job Description This position is for a 3rd shift Maintenance Technician, with working hours from 10:50 PM to 7:30 AM, Sunday through Thursday, with potential work on Saturdays. The role involves performing a variety of mechanical repairs on plastic injection presses and assembly equipment. Perform mechanical repairs on laser sensors, cylinders, pneumatic valves, hot plate welders, light curtains, proximity sensors, heater probes, pin stamps on assembly equipment, pressure switches, bowl feeders on assembly equipment, and air compressors ranging from 100-150 horsepower. Conduct repairs on Arburg, Millicron, and Zhafir molding machines. Perform preventative maintenance on molding machines, peripheral equipment, compressors, dryers, and general building equipment. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving machinery and facility problems. Read and understand operational information, instructions, timing charts, and flow charts to diagnose and troubleshoot problems. Hook up and view programs to understand machine sequences without needing to make program changes. Focus on load cells, intelligent actuators, troubleshooting vision systems, automated screw guns, bowl feeding/blow feeding, variable frequency drives (VFDs), laser printers, and proximity sensors. Essential Skills Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine repair. Ability to troubleshoot machines and electrical components. Proficiency in mechanical and electrical maintenance. Experience in PLC troubleshooting and robotic programming. 5 years of experience as a maintenance technician. 5 years of experience repairing and troubleshooting hydraulics and pneumatics. Additional Skills & Qualifications Plastics experience is a must. Experience with process verification on plastic injection cells. Knowledge of robotic automation and editing software. Ability to troubleshoot PLC software to determine necessary fixes. Why Work Here? The company offers a clean and reorganizing work environment, providing opportunities for individuals excited about revitalizing a company. The new management is well-liked, fostering a positive and supportive work culture. Work Environment Work in a smaller molding facility that is very clean and undergoing reorganization to improve workflow. No PPE is required for this position. 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 $28.85 - $32.00/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026. 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. Company Description 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. Company Description 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.

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