Job Description

Industrial Maintenance Technician (Cedar Rapids and Iowa City)

Join a High-Performance Manufacturing Team

We’re looking for a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to support production in a clean, highly regulated plastics manufacturing environment . In this role, you’ll work hands-on with advanced molding and packaging equipment—keeping operations running smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

If you enjoy troubleshooting complex machinery, solving problems independently, and working in a team-first culture, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

What You’ll Do

• Install and maintain advanced manufacturing equipment, including:
  • Extrusion, stretch, and injection blow molding machines
  • Packaging systems and automated palletizers
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance
• Troubleshoot and repair issues across:
  • Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Complete equipment installations, layouts, and upgrades
• Modify equipment to improve performance, reliability, and safety
• Support facility maintenance as needed
• Accurately document repairs, maintenance, and modifications
• Train and support operators and fellow technicians
• Partner with production teams to minimize downtime and drive improvements
• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to a team-oriented, “help wherever needed” environment

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• OR
• Associate degree (AA) in Industrial Maintenance + 1+ year hands-on experience
• Experience in at least one of the following:
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills for industrial equipment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Commitment to safety in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Willingness to work a 3rd shift rotating schedule (12-hour shifts)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field
• Experience with:
  • Blow molding (extrusion, stretch, injection)
  • Plastics, bottling, or similar manufacturing environments
  • Automated packaging systems and palletizers
• Experience training or mentoring others
• Strong problem-solving mindset and proactive approach

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We invest in our people and offer a strong total rewards package:

• Comprehensive benefits : Medical, dental, vision
• 100% employer-paid insurance : Life, short-term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with excellent company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Childcare and dependent care savings programs
• Tuition assistance & career growth opportunities
• Recognition programs that reward your performance

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Iowa City, IA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Iowa City,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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