Job Title: Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift
Job Description
This 2nd shift Maintenance Technician role focuses on performing preventive and corrective maintenance on plastic injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment in a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility. You will work with hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems to keep injection molding machines, process water systems, compressed air systems, and automated paint lines operating safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and inspections on plastic injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment.
Install, troubleshoot, and repair equipment involving hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems within an injection molding manufacturing facility.
Work on grinders, presses, heaters, dryers, cranes, motors, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems to ensure optimal performance.
Diagnose and repair issues with 3-phase motors and 480V electrical systems.
Use electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
Interpret and work from schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to perform maintenance and repairs.
Support and maintain process water systems, compressed air systems, and automated paint lines.
Perform industrial maintenance tasks including machine repair, electrical maintenance, and mechanical adjustments.
Assist with continuous improvement and kaizen initiatives by maintaining an organized work area and identifying opportunities for equipment and process improvements.
Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to prioritize work orders and respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner.
Follow safety procedures and best practices while working with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Essential Skills
4+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
4+ years of mechanical and electrical maintenance experience.
4+ years of machine or repair experience in an automotive or industrial setting.
Experience working in a plastics or injection molding environment.
4+ years of hydraulic and electrical experience.
4+ years of machine repair experience.
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including work with 3-phase power and 480V systems.
Mechanical troubleshooting experience with industrial machinery and equipment.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on industrial equipment.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Experience with motors, industrial maintenance, and maintenance repair in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
Ability to troubleshoot and work with PLC-controlled equipment.
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC control systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
PLC troubleshooting experience.
Prior experience in an injection molding environment.
Experience in automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 supplier environments.
Comfort working with automated paint lines and auxiliary manufacturing equipment.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
Willingness to work overtime as needed to support production demands.
Why Work Here?
You will join a people-first organization that values its employees and invests in a positive workplace culture. The company offers competitive benefits and paid time off, along with regular employee events that foster team connection and engagement. As a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in injection molded interior systems, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing processes and support high-profile automotive programs. The facility emphasizes continuous improvement and kaizen initiatives, providing opportunities to contribute ideas, grow your skills, and build a long-term career in a stable, growth-oriented environment.
Work Environment
This role is based in a large, high-volume injection molding and automotive manufacturing facility that produces dashboards and interior trim components. The environment reflects a typical injection molding and automotive plant, which can become warm in the summer and can be somewhat dirty due to the heavy use of the injection molding area. Despite the demanding production setting, the facility is highly organized, driven by a strong focus on continuous improvement and kaizen. You will work with injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, process water systems, compressed air systems, and automated paint lines. The position is on 2nd shift, working Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with an expectation of 5-10+ hours of overtime typical for the automotive industry.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kalamazoo, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Kalamazoo,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 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.
