Industrial Mechanic I

About the role

The Industrial Mechanic I is responsible for the care, maintenance, and continued operability of the facility and all associated equipment, adhering to quality specifications, federal guidelines, and company policies. This role further ensures the safe and reliable operation of plant equipment and facilities by effectively executing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on plant equipment and facilities to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous operations while adhering to GMP and safety standards.
• Maintain accountability for tools, equipment, and accurate documentation of all maintenance activities using company software systems.
• Cook up daily assignments and priorities with the Maintenance Supervisor or Lead, and facilitate procurement of necessary repair parts.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding maintenance concerns, equipment issues, and service needs, utilizing radio and digital tools as required.
• Operate efficiently in a team-oriented, fast-paced manufacturing environment, consistently completing work orders and upholding high standards for uptime and equipment reliability.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent required, 2-year technical college/associate’s degree and/or Journeyman license required.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience working in a mechanical capacity required, experience in a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrates strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, with hands-on experience in preventive/predictive maintenance, troubleshooting PLCs, drives, servo systems, and robotics.
• Proficient in basic metalworking, including TIG welding and metal fabrication; experience operating lathes, mills, shears, brakes, and ironworker equipment is a plus.
• Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
• Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written/oral/diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English.
• Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
• Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work.
• Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations.

Qualifications

• Available Shifts: PM Shift (6PM-6AM) on a 2-2-3 schedule. Shift differential offered. 2nd Shift (2-10PM) Monday-Friday, shift differential offered.

Skills

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Insurance day ONE of employment.
• 401k match up to 6%.
• PTO, company holidays, wellness days.
• Maternity/paternity leave.
• Set schedule/overtime allowances.
• Education reimbursement.

Benefits

• Benefits of the role include a competitive hourly rate, insurance, 401k match, PTO, company holidays, wellness days, maternity/paternity leave, set schedule/overtime allowances, and education reimbursement.

Pay

Starting at $43.26 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts.

Schedule

Available Shifts: PM Shift (6PM-6AM) on a 2-2-3 schedule. Shift differential offered. 2nd Shift (2-10PM) Monday-Friday, shift differential offered.

Company

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.