Maintenance Engineering Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Lodi, CA (Job ID US3607803_BH9960501)

Description

Maintenance Engineering Technician (Night Shift)
Location: Lodi, CA (100% Onsite)
Pay Rate: $28–$34/hr base pay + 11% night shift differential + weekly overtime
Schedule: Night Shift (5:00 PM – 5:00 AM, Wednesday–Friday + alternating Saturdays)
Type: Contract (with potential to convert based on performance and business needs) Summary
Kelly Engineering is hiring five (5) Maintenance Engineering Technicians to support our client, a global leader in diagnostics, at their high-volume manufacturing facility in Lodi, CA. These roles are on the night shift (D Schedule) and offer steady overtime, competitive pay, and the opportunity to gain experience in a regulated, automation-driven environment. This opportunity is well-suited to individuals with strong mechanical skills and experience in troubleshooting automated systems, who thrive in hands-on roles and are comfortable with overnight schedules. Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and workplace safety according to established protocols
• Operate and maintain sophisticated automated packaging and filling machinery
• Hands-on mechanical, electrical, and automation troubleshooting on systems such as pumps, robotics, PLCs, conveyors, sensors, and vision equipment
• Collaborate with Operators and Engineering staff to minimize stoppages, machine faults, and downtime
• Support activities aligned with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), including center-lining, cleaning, inspections, scheduled PMs, and equipment changeovers
• Record all maintenance, downtimes, and repairs accurately in digital tracking and reporting systems

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required; associate's or technical degree a strong plus
• Minimum of two years' relevant maintenance experience (or at least one year with an associate's/technical degree)
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting skills
• Previous exposure to robotics, PLCs, automated production lines, or vision system technology is preferred
• Must be physically capable of tasks such as standing, squatting, lifting, and moving equipment throughout the shift
• Able and willing to work 12-hour night shifts, including regular built-in overtime
• Candidates from automation-focused sectors such as food processing, medical device manufacturing, wineries, dairy, or similar environments are encouraged to apply

Benefits of the role

• Base pay of $28–$34/hour, plus an 11% differential for night shift and weekly overtime at time-and-a-half rates
• ork with leading-edge automation in a highly regulated setting
• Steady, contract-based employment with possibilities for long-term advancement
• Convenient Central Valley location allows you to avoid extended commutes to major metro areas

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

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