Industrial Mechanic III

Position Title: Industrial Mechanic III

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time


Requisition ID: 42781


In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.

The Industrial Mechanic 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 that support production, safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Pay Rate: $35.73 per hour

Available Shift: B Shift (2-2-3 Schedule) | 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

What you'll be doing.

• 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.
• Coordinate 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.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and automated equipment to minimize downtime.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve plant efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness.
• Operate efficiently in a team-oriented, fast-paced manufacturing environment while consistently completing work orders and maintaining high standards for uptime and equipment reliability.

What you'll need to be successful.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 2-year technical college or associate degree preferred.
• 7-15 years of experience working in a mechanical maintenance capacity required.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Hands-on experience in preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Experience 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.
• Demonstrates a continuous learning mindset and ability to adapt to new equipment, technologies, and processes.
• Strong digital aptitude with the ability to accurately enter and maintain maintenance data.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to follow written, oral, and diagram-based instructions in English.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety, quality, and accurate documentation.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking, troubleshooting ability, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the role.

This role works in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined areas, extreme temperatures, and vibration throughout various facility areas. The role also regularly requires prolonged standing, walking, communicating, and performing sensory tasks throughout the shift while frequently handling objects, climbing, balancing, and performing physical movements such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required.

Benefits of the role.

• Competitive hourly pay of $35.73 per hour
• Shift differential eligibility
• Insurance effective Day One of employment
• 401(k) with company match up to 6%
• Paid Time Off, company holidays, and wellness days
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Consistent 2-2-3 schedule with overtime opportunities
• Education reimbursement

About the team.

The Industrial Mechanic is a key member of the Maintenance team, partnering closely with Production, Operations, Quality, and fellow Maintenance professionals to ensure safe and reliable equipment operation. This role directly supports plant performance by maintaining equipment uptime, improving reliability, and contributing to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

About McCain.

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Leadership principles.

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

AI & Digital Capabilities.

At McCain, AI and digital capabilities are part of how we work and innovate. We value curiosity toward emerging technologies and the thoughtful, responsible use of AI-enabled tools to improve outcomes as part of our future-ready culture.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we're better together.

Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We're big believers in the power of working together in person. It helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.

Compensation Package : - Starting at 35.73 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts


The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.


Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support, including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefits details available during the application process.


Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.


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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.


McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.


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Job Family: Manufacturing
Location(s): US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Appleton


Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.