McCain Foods
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
McCain Foods, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, United States, 54494
Position Title:
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic FRY Position Type:
Regular – Full-Time Location:
Wisconsin Rapids, WI (Plover Fry Facility) Schedule:
8hr Monday-Friday (rotating weekends with weekdays off to compensate) Requisition ID:
40084
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! Why join the McCain family Your Life — we’re here to help you fulfill your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life. Your Success — work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success. Your Impact — we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business. McCain is a place where you can grow from the ground up, so join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain.
About the Role As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining site assets and ensuring the mechanical and electrical operability of plant equipment. This role supports safe, efficient, and reliable production by performing routine and emergency maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
Statement of Job Maintain site assets by performing mechanical and general electrical maintenance, modifying and assembling equipment as needed, and supporting the safe, efficient operation of plant systems. This role is responsible for the care, maintenance, and operability of all associated equipment in accordance with safety and quality specifications, regulatory guidelines, and company policies, with minimal supervision.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Perform scheduled and emergency mechanical and general electrical maintenance on plant equipment
Troubleshoot, repair, install, adjust, and fabricate equipment and systems
Support plant safety programs and comply with OSHA, NEC/NFPA 70E, and food safety standards
Maintain clean work areas and accurate maintenance records within the CMMS system
Participate in continuous improvement and reliability-centered maintenance activities
Lubricate assets using precision lubrication techniques
Provide technical support to team members and respond efficiently to trouble calls
Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and contractors as needed
Obtain and maintain forklift certification
Perform other duties as assigned
Special Requirements
Strong mechanical aptitude, electrical fundamentals, and ability to work independently
Physically capable of performing demanding work, including awkward positions
Ability to work safely around noise, chemicals, and outdoor conditions
Must supply own tools required to perform maintenance tasks
Journeyman-level Industrial Maintenance Technician or Millwright certification, or equivalent experience
Basic knowledge of 480V three-phase power, power distribution, control wiring, PLCs, and VFDs
Basic electrical troubleshooting skills, including component replacement and VFD fault recognition
No PLC, VFD, servo, or instrumentation programming responsibilities; may include coder setup
Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Compliance with PPE, GMP, and food safety requirements
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.
Benefits of Working for McCain
401k match at 6%
Adoption Assistance
Infertility Assistance
Education Reimbursement Assistance
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug)
Retirement savings benefits
Leave support, including medical, family and bereavement
Vacation and holidays
Company-supported volunteering time
Mental health resources
Other benefits available during the application process
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), we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree that this will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. You can understand how your personal information is being handled.
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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic FRY Position Type:
Regular – Full-Time Location:
Wisconsin Rapids, WI (Plover Fry Facility) Schedule:
8hr Monday-Friday (rotating weekends with weekdays off to compensate) Requisition ID:
40084
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! Why join the McCain family Your Life — we’re here to help you fulfill your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life. Your Success — work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success. Your Impact — we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business. McCain is a place where you can grow from the ground up, so join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain.
About the Role As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining site assets and ensuring the mechanical and electrical operability of plant equipment. This role supports safe, efficient, and reliable production by performing routine and emergency maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
Statement of Job Maintain site assets by performing mechanical and general electrical maintenance, modifying and assembling equipment as needed, and supporting the safe, efficient operation of plant systems. This role is responsible for the care, maintenance, and operability of all associated equipment in accordance with safety and quality specifications, regulatory guidelines, and company policies, with minimal supervision.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Perform scheduled and emergency mechanical and general electrical maintenance on plant equipment
Troubleshoot, repair, install, adjust, and fabricate equipment and systems
Support plant safety programs and comply with OSHA, NEC/NFPA 70E, and food safety standards
Maintain clean work areas and accurate maintenance records within the CMMS system
Participate in continuous improvement and reliability-centered maintenance activities
Lubricate assets using precision lubrication techniques
Provide technical support to team members and respond efficiently to trouble calls
Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and contractors as needed
Obtain and maintain forklift certification
Perform other duties as assigned
Special Requirements
Strong mechanical aptitude, electrical fundamentals, and ability to work independently
Physically capable of performing demanding work, including awkward positions
Ability to work safely around noise, chemicals, and outdoor conditions
Must supply own tools required to perform maintenance tasks
Journeyman-level Industrial Maintenance Technician or Millwright certification, or equivalent experience
Basic knowledge of 480V three-phase power, power distribution, control wiring, PLCs, and VFDs
Basic electrical troubleshooting skills, including component replacement and VFD fault recognition
No PLC, VFD, servo, or instrumentation programming responsibilities; may include coder setup
Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Compliance with PPE, GMP, and food safety requirements
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.
Benefits of Working for McCain
401k match at 6%
Adoption Assistance
Infertility Assistance
Education Reimbursement Assistance
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug)
Retirement savings benefits
Leave support, including medical, family and bereavement
Vacation and holidays
Company-supported volunteering time
Mental health resources
Other benefits available during the application process
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), we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree that this will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. You can understand how your personal information is being handled.
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