Industrial Mechanic III
McCain
Appleton, WI
Pay: $36/hr
Shift: Regular - Full-Time
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. Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide opportunities to make an impact that matters. Leadership principles. At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve succ