2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

MOHR Talent; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

MOHR Talent is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for a 2nd shift in Lowell, MA. Training on day shift precedes second-shift operations, with eventual independent responsibility for keeping production running.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical work, and preventive maintenance on production equipment. It offers growth, a stable environment, and competitive benefits for a long-term career in a food-manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Exposure to VFDs, motors, wiring, and industrial equipment controls.
• Preventive maintenance and lubrication experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on production and processing equipment.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, including VFD-related issues and minor wiring repairs.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and follow up on repairs or outstanding issues handed off by the day-shift maintenance team.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance, lubrication, inspections, and equipment checks.
• Evaluate equipment problems, determine priorities, and complete repairs with limited supervision.
• Maintain tools, shop equipment, and an organized maintenance work area.
• Monitor and maintain spare-parts inventory during the shift.
• Communicate equipment status, completed repairs, and unresolved concerns to supervisors and other maintenance personnel.
• Assist with light snow removal using a Bobcat when needed. Training will be provided.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

VFDs and motors

Preventive maintenance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Grease guns

Job description

2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Full-Time | $27–$29/hr | Onsite – Lowell, MA

We’re partnering with a well-established and growing food manufacturing company that is looking for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to support its second-shift operation. This is a strong opportunity for someone who is eager to learn, wants more responsibility, and is looking for a company where they can build a long-term maintenance career.You’ll receive hands-on training with the existing maintenance team before transitioning to second shift, giving you time to learn the equipment, maintenance standards, and production environment. Once trained, you’ll have the opportunity to work independently, troubleshoot equipment, make decisions, and take real ownership of keeping production running.

Schedule

Training: Approximately one month on day shift
Regular Schedule: 7:00 PM–3:00 AM | M-F
Weekend a month Availability

Why Consider This Role?

• Clear room for growth within a growing food-manufacturing operation for someone who proves dependable, technically capable, and eager to learn.

• Strong training and mentorship from experienced maintenance professionals and leadership before transitioning to independent second-shift coverage.

• Stable, long-term environment with consistent production needs and an established maintenance operation.
• Overtime opportunities may be available when additional maintenance or production support is needed.
• Hands-on technical exposure across production equipment, preventive maintenance, mechanical repairs, basic electrical troubleshooting, VFDs, and equipment reliability.
• Permanent employee benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holiday pay.
• Opportunity to join a company that invests in its operation and is looking for people who want to develop their skills and build a career rather than simply take another short-term assignment.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on production and processing equipment.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, including VFD-related issues and minor wiring repairs.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and follow up on repairs or outstanding issues handed off by the day-shift maintenance team.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance, lubrication, inspections, and equipment checks.Perform weekly fryer boil-outs as part of the facility’s maintenance schedule.
• Evaluate equipment problems, determine priorities, and complete repairs with limited supervision.
• Maintain tools, shop equipment, and an organized maintenance work area.
• Monitor and maintain spare-parts inventory during the shift.
• Communicate equipment status, completed repairs, and unresolved concerns to supervisors and other maintenance personnel.
• Assist with light snow removal using a Bobcat when needed. Training will be provided.

What We’re Looking For

• Hands‑on industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, grease guns, and common maintenance equipment.
• Exposure to VFDs, motors, wiring, and industrial equipment controls.
• Preventive maintenance and lubrication experience.
• Comfortable working as the primary mechanic during the shift.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete a CORI background check as a condition of employment.

This is a strong opportunity for a maintenance professional who enjoys hands‑on troubleshooting, prefers an evening schedule, and wants a role where they can take ownership of keeping equipment running.

MOHR Talent is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail]