Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Location

Mayville, WI

Openings

3

Industry

Food Manufacturing, vegetable processing

Plant Overview

• Non-union facility
• Approximately 41 full-time employees
• Maintenance team consists of 13 mechanics and 3 electricians
• Small-plant environment where mechanics own responsibility for assigned areas
• Not a legacy family plant, but a hands-on, accountability-driven culture

Schedule Overview

This role operates on a seasonal schedule tied to vegetable pack season.

Manufacturing or industrial background is NOT required. Strong mechanical aptitude is required and can come from other industries.

Off-Pack Season Schedule

• Day shift only
• 4x10 schedule
• Monday through Thursday
• 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Off-pack typically runs from shortly after pack season ends until 1 to 2 weeks before the next pack season

Pack Season Schedule

• Estimated mid-June through early to mid-October, varies year to year
• 6x12 schedule
• Rotating day and night shifts based on plant need and skillset
• Day shift: 5:45 AM to 6:15 PM
• Night shift: 5:45 PM to 6:15 AM
• Shift assignments are not seniority-based
• Days off rotate with other mechanics within assigned plant areas
• Night shift typically begins 1 to 2 weeks before full production and continues briefly after production ends for shutdown activities

Pack season is demanding and must be fully understood before accepting the role.

Pay

• $28 to $32/hr based on experience and demonstrated mechanical ability
• $0.30/hr night shift differential
• Overtime paid for hours over 40 hr and during pack season

No mid-year raises. Annual wage increases align with the company fiscal cycle and are typically effective May 1.

Role Summary

This is a hands-on mechanical role supporting a seasonal, high-volume vegetable processing facility. Primary focus is keeping production equipment running during pack season and maintaining, repairing, and preparing equipment during the off-season.

Mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and accountability matter more than industry-specific experience or formal certifications.

What You Will Do

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues during production to minimize downtime
• Perform preventive maintenance and document completed PMs
• Own responsibility for assigned production areas during pack season
• Support operators by ensuring equipment is running safely and efficiently
• Repair, maintain, and install processing and packaging equipment
• Read manuals, schematics, and technical documentation to complete repairs
• Inspect equipment for wear, failure risk, and safety concerns
• Complete mechanical repairs and adjustments during off-pack periods
• Prepare equipment for pack season startup and post-season shutdown
• Follow all plant safety rules, GMPs, and food safety requirements
• Support additional maintenance needs as assigned

Welding and machining are not primary requirements for this role.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting ability
• Experience may come from non-manufacturing environments such as automotive, farm equipment, general mechanical repair, or similar fields
• Ability to diagnose problems and follow step-by-step repair processes
• Comfort working long hours during peak seasonal operations
• Ability to work collaboratively with operators, supervisors, and leadership
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable attendance and ability to commute during winter conditions

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Prior exposure to production or processing equipment
• Preventive maintenance experience
• Seasonal or peak-operation work environments

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional voluntary benefits available

Equal Opportunity Statement

This employer provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants.

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals.

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