**Job Title: Maintenance Technician** **Responsibilities** + Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot plant equipment and machinery used in the processing of chemical substances. + Clean and maintain plant maintenance areas and equipment regularly. + Perform work order repairs, inspections, and adjustments as needed or requested. + Attend and participate in plant, shift, safety, and quality meetings. + Lead and assist in the fabrication, modification, and implementation of new and existing equipment and machinery. + Review machinery and equipment specifications and formulations for proper usage. + Coordinate the maintenance and daily operation of all physical working elements of the facility. + Coordinate the quality review of equipment operation and production outcomes. + Coordinate and participate in the seasonal preparation of appropriate equipment and systems. + Obtain and use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as instructed. + Participate in and complete other projects and tasks as assigned. **Essential Skills** + 3 years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment and PLCs. + Ability to function independently in a team environment with minimal supervision. + Knowledge of hazardous waste materials and the appropriate handling and disposal of such products. + Basic welding, plumbing, electrical, and construction experience and knowledge. + PLC circuitry, equipment, processes, programming, and troubleshooting. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. + Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair machinery. + Knowledge of basic manufacturing safety and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing environment. + Working knowledge of polymer or rubber manufacturing specifications and raw materials. + Current forklift license or certification. + Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. + Demonstrated decision-making and project management capabilities. **Why Work Here?** We provide opportunities for technical training and certification in welding, automation controls, electrical, or similar trades. Achieving certifications can lead to raises and career growth. We provide all specialty tools; candidates are only expected to have their own set of basic tools. Our maintenance team boasts an average tenure of around 25 years, demonstrating a strong team culture and employee satisfaction. We offer great pay and growth opportunities and prioritize safety, encouraging employees to follow all guidelines and recommend safety improvements. **Work Environment** Chemical manufacturing facility. First shift: 6:00am-2:30pm Monday – Friday, with Saturdays as needed. Flexibility for second or third shift is ideal. This role requires adherence to strict safety protocols and usage of personal protective equipment (PPE). **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CHARDON, Ohio **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.