Maintenance Mechanic- Cumberland

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Cumberland, WI

Facility: Veggie Processing Plant

Openings: 2

Type: Full-time, hourly

About the Role

This is a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic role supporting a seasonal green bean cannery . The plant operates year-round with a defined pack season that requires longer hours and high reliability.

This role is a strong fit for mechanics who value stability, predictable schedules most of the year, and overtime during pack , and who take pride in showing up, learning, and doing the job right.

Cannery experience is helpful but not required . Work ethic, integrity, and mechanical aptitude matter most.

Schedule and Hours

Pack Season

Approx. July through September

• 12-hr shifts
• Day shift: 5:30am to 6:00pm
• Night shift: 5:30pm to 6:00am
• Employees stay on their assigned shift for the entire pack season
• Typical weekly hours average around 60 hrs
• Days off follow a rotating pattern, generally:
• 7 on / 2 off
• Occasional 3-day weekends, not guaranteed

Off-Pack Season

Approx. October through June

• 4x10 schedule
• Monday through Thursday
• 40 hrs per week
• Limited weekend work

This schedule is emphasized clearly during interviews so there are no surprises.

Pay

• Typical starting range: $26.00 to $28.00/hr
• Night shift differential: $0.30/hr
• Top end: Up to $30.00/hr
• Reserved for strong, relevant experience
• Cannery or closely related food manufacturing backgrounds
• Rates above $30/hr are case by case and require additional approvals

Most new hires do not start at the top of the range. Raises are typically evaluated after completing a full pack season, with merit increases possible based on performance.

What You Will Work On

• Inspect, maintain, and repair processing and packaging equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues impacting production
• Support uptime during pack and major maintenance projects during off-pack
• Perform preventive maintenance and document work accurately
• Work on sorters, encoders, and mechanical systems requiring higher technical aptitude
• Support equipment rebuilds, installs, and upgrades
• Follow food safety, GMP, and safety standards
• Work closely with other mechanics and production teams

This is a team-based maintenance environment . Mechanics are not expected to troubleshoot everything alone.

Backgrounds That Can Be a Fit

You do not need prior cannery experience to be hired.

Good backgrounds include:

• Ag mechanics
• Automotive mechanics
• Industrial or manufacturing maintenance
• Military technicians with mechanical or technical training
• Machinist-style skill sets for more exacting mechanical work

Specialty skills are valued but rare. The plant is willing to build and train the right people .

What Matters Most

• Mechanical aptitude
• Reliability and attendance
• Integrity and honesty about skill level
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Ability to handle pack season demands

Work ethic ranks higher than perfect experience.

Benefits Overview

• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Additional voluntary benefits

Why This Role

You get:

• Predictable schedules most of the year
• Defined overtime during pack season
• A plant that is upfront about expectations
• A team that values reliability and effort
• Long-term stability in a seasonal operation

This is a solid role for a mechanic who wants consistency, accountability, and work they can take pride in.

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