Job Description
We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform mechanical repairs on our conveyor, bottling, and packaging systems. This role involves motor changes, troubleshooting and diagnosing faults, changing drives and belts, gearboxes, performing preventative maintenance, and working on various equipment throughout the facility. The primary responsibility is fielding service calls to diagnose and troubleshoot issues. Typical tasks include fixing stoppages of machines/conveyors, changing bad cylinders, fixing photo eyes, replacing chains, and more. Preventative maintenance is a minor part of the job, conducted during a 'cleaning window' lasting 2-3 hours every 1-2 days.
ResponsibilitiesPerform mechanical repairs on conveyor, bottling, and packaging systems.Conduct motor changes, troubleshoot and diagnose faults.Change drives and belts, gearboxes, and perform preventative maintenance.Field service calls throughout the facility to diagnose and troubleshoot issues.Fix stoppages of machines/conveyors, change bad cylinders, fix photo eyes, and replace chains.Conduct preventative maintenance during the 'cleaning window' which lasts 2-3 hours every 1-2 days.Essential SkillsPreventive maintenanceHydraulicsPneumaticsTroubleshootingGearboxesMotorsThree-phase motorsSwitchesConveyor system maintenanceWeldingElectricalReading schematicsAdditional Skills & QualificationsStrong mechanical aptitudeIndustrial maintenance background preferredOwn basic set of toolsAbility to work 1 weekend day with the option for two days offElectrical experience (plus)Experience in food manufacturing maintenance (plus)Experience with pumps and hydraulics (plus)Why Work Here?
We offer optional and unlimited overtime with flexible working hours. Employees can choose to work extra hours or stick to a 40-hour work week, barring emergency repairs. Competitive pay with the potential for a raise as soon as one month into the job based on performance. We provide a thrift plan similar to a pension plan, where employees contribute 2% of their income, and the company contributes 10-15% based on performance. Employees can invest up to 8%, with a maximum of 23% contribution towards retirement, and can withdraw funds with no penalty after 5 years. We also offer paid education up to 75% towards a related field, insurance with a family plan costing $160 bi-weekly, free generic prescriptions, and a $15 co-pay. No steel toes required; tennis shoes are allowed.
Work Environment
Standard shifts are 1st shift(7am-3pm) or 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) or 3rd shift (11pm-7am). New hires can expect to be on 1st shift for 4-6 weeks before transitioning to their actual shift. The work environment is a standard food facility, which is cold throughout most of the facility but not unbearable. The facility is very organized, with significant investments made in the last 5 years, including new conveyor systems, blow molding lines, packaging lines, and more.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Little Rock,AR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2025.
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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.
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