At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people?s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together
valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there?s a seat at the table for you.
The Shift Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing vegetable processing, water supply, and waste disposal equipment to support continuous plant operations. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to work independently, and broad experience across multiple mechanical disciplines.
What You?ll Do
- Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and installfood processing machinery and related systems
- Perform maintenance work withminimal supervision
- Assist theshift electricianas needed
- Support and comply with allPlant Safety and Food Safety Programs
- Maintain equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe operation
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations
What You?ll Bring
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- 10 or more years of related mechanical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Technical Skills
Strong working knowledge of:
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Power transmission systems
- Welding (gas, arc, inert gas)
- Pipe and tube fitting
- Bearing installation, replacement, and lubrication
- Vibratory equipment and pumps
- Precision alignment and measurement
- Equipment installation and troubleshooting
- Basic equipment related electronics
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
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