Unlicensed Mechanic Helper
McCain
Rice Lake, WI
Shift: Regular - Full-Time
Position Title: Unlicensed Mechanic Helper Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Requisition ID: 45007 About The Role. The Maintenance Helper supports the maintenance team by assisting with the repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of production equipment and facility systems to help minimize downtime. This role provides hands-on training in mechanical and electrical maintenance, preparing employees to progress into a Maintenance Mechanic position within a two-year development program. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to safety, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role requires a night-shift schedule: 6pm-6am, 12-hour rotating schedule. Accountabilities: Assist maintenance technicians with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment and facility systems. Perform preventive maintenance tasks to help reduce equipment downtime and improve operational efficiency. Support mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs under supervision. Inspect equipment and identify potential maintenance issues. Maintain a safe and organized work environment while following all company safety policies and procedures. Use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively. Document maintenance activities and complete required records accurately. Respond to maintenance requests and assist with equipment installations and upgrades. Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to ensure continuous operations. Participate in on-the-job training and development activities to prepare for advancement into a Maintenance Mechanic role. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications: Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial maintenance. Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willingness to learn and develop maintenance skills through hands-on training. About McCain At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! Leadership Principles. Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. We are customer-obsessed . Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. We think big and plan ahead . Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. We bring out the best in our people . We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. The McCain experience: We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually—your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together. Compensation Package : - Starting at 28.25 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 (m