Maintenance Worker

Job Title: Maintenance Worker Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Worker with mechanical experience to join our team. Your primary responsibility will be to maintain and ensure the safety and operational efficiency of our packaging equipment on the production floor. This role is ideal for someone with mechanical knowledge who is eager to grow within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all mechanical and some electrical components of the packaging equipment.

• Ensure all packaging equipment is safe to operate and in good running condition.

• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues with packaging equipment.

Essential Skills

• 6 months to 2 years of mechanical experience or equivalent knowledge.

• Trade School or Technical School Certification (such as BOCES, Lincoln Tech, etc.).

• Ability to use hand and power tools effectively.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Mechanical aptitude and experience with troubleshooting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and preventive maintenance.

• Experience in a GMP manufacturing environment is a plus.

• High School Diploma or GED.

Why Work Here?

Join a company committed to developing entry-level candidates into long-term mechanics. With opportunities to join the union after three months and a clear path for advancement, you can grow from a Mechanic 2 to a Tech Lead or Supervisor. The company offers substantial room for growth in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

Work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting that produces wet wipes, similar to Clorox wipes. There are three shifts available: 1st shift (7AM - 3:30PM, Monday - Friday), 2nd shift (3PM - 11PM, Monday - Friday), and 3rd shift (11PM - 7:30AM, Sunday - Thursday). Steel toe boots and PPE, including a lab coat, are provided and required. The environment requires no visible jewelry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orangeburg, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Orangeburg,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 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.