Plant Mechanic - 1st Shift

At Eden Pet Products, a division of Lakeside Foods , we're committed to producing high-quality pet food products while maintaining a safe, team-oriented workplace. As part of the Lakeside Foods family, we value reliability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement-and there's a seat at the table for you.

Eden Pet Products is seeking a Mechanic - 1st Shift to repair and maintain packaging and labeling equipment within the warehouse. This role supports efficient product flow by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and assisting with facility maintenance as needed.

What You'll Get

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Affordable, market-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Paid training and skill development opportunities
• Safety-focused, team-oriented work environment
• Long-term stability with a family-owned company

What You'll Do

• Support efficient product flow by repairing and maintaining packaging and labeling equipment
• Assist with repair and maintenance of machinery in assigned areas
• Perform building and grounds maintenance as needed
• Lubricate machinery according to preventive maintenance schedules
• Perform basic electrical maintenance , including lighting circuits and fuse replacement
• Operate forklifts (certification required)
• Identify and use appropriate metals based on application
• Identify power transmission components and diagnose minor equipment issues (chains, sprockets, belts, hydraulic hoses, etc.)
• Safely operate oxy-acetylene cutting and welding equipment
• Learn and assist with sheet metal fabrication, electrical troubleshooting, hydraulic systems, welding (Arc, TIG, MIG), and HVAC systems
• Cut, thread, install, and repair piping as needed
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Follow all Eden Pet Products and Lakeside Foods policies and procedures
• Immediately report and correct unsafe or hazardous conditions when appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1-2 years of related industrial or maintenance experience , or equivalent training

Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of bolt and thread sizes
• Ability to maintain a basic set of industrial maintenance tools
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions and short written communications
• Ability to apply common-sense reasoning to follow written or verbal instructions
• Willingness to learn new systems, equipment, and maintenance skills
• Ability to work safely and reliably in a team environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift
• Ability to walk periodically to obtain parts and materials
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally
• Ability to carry up to 75 lbs for short distances
• Ability to push or pull heavy items as needed during repairs

Why Eden Pet Products / Lakeside Foods

Founded in 1887 , Lakeside Foods is a family-owned company with a long history of quality and integrity. Eden Pet Products , as part of the Lakeside Foods family, shares that commitment while focusing on high-quality pet nutrition. We invest in our people and offer opportunities to grow within a stable manufacturing environment.

Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities