Aerotek

Job Title: Production Technician

Job Description

The Production Technician performs preventative maintenance, minor mechanical repairs, and equipment assembly in a manufacturing environment. This role involves troubleshooting mechanical equipment, supporting machine builders with sub-assemblies, and ensuring systems operate safely and efficiently. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work with vehicles or industrial equipment and is eager to develop technical skills and grow within a production setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on production and industrial equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and components, including sub-assemblies for machine builders.
• Assemble mechanical and electrical components using hand tools and appropriate equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to accurately assemble and service equipment.
• Pull and route low-voltage wiring as needed to support equipment assembly and operation.
• Work with hydraulic, diesel, and mechanical systems to support equipment build and maintenance activities.
• Conduct system testing and quality assurance checks to verify proper functionality and performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all work performed, including maintenance records, repairs, and tests.
• Use hand tools and related equipment safely and effectively for assembly and repair tasks.
• Follow and enforce all safety regulations, procedures, and company policies while working on equipment and in the production area.
• Collaborate with team members and machine builders to ensure equipment is assembled and commissioned according to specifications.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to work with tools, including the ability to "turn a wrench" confidently.
• Hands-on experience working with cars, tractors, diesel trucks, or industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and support sub-assembly work for machine builders.
• Experience with assembly work, including mechanical and basic electrical components.
• Familiarity with low-voltage systems and pulling wire for equipment assembly.
• Basic understanding of hydraulics, diesel systems, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically hands-on tasks.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and company policies consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or industrial maintenance environment.
• Experience performing quality assurance checks and system testing on mechanical equipment.
• Comfort using a variety of hand tools and basic power tools for assembly and repair.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively to a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving equipment issues.

Why Work Here?

This role offers an excellent entry point into an industrial and manufacturing environment, with clear opportunities for growth and advancement once you are established in the position. You gain hands-on experience with a variety of mechanical systems while developing valuable technical skills. The organization supports long-term career development and provides a stable schedule with defined shifts, helping you build both your career and your expertise over time.

Work Environment

This position is based in a production and manufacturing environment where you work directly with industrial equipment, mechanical assemblies, and low-voltage systems. You regularly use hand tools and related equipment to perform maintenance, repairs, and assembly tasks. The role offers two primary shifts: a day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and an overnight shift from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to company policies, and teamwork, with an expectation that you maintain an organized and clean work area while working around active machinery and production processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.