Maintenance Mechanic

REQUEST FOODS INC; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Request Foods in Holland, MI is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Join a team focused on troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining manufacturing equipment. Competitive pay based on experience with shift premiums and strong benefits.

The role includes preventive maintenance, safety practices, and opportunities for career advancement in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–3 years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment, including service, repair or replacement of gearboxes, bearings, chains, belts, etc.
• Ensure mechanical and physical integrity of production equipment.
• Reduce production downtime due to mechanical failure.
• Complete preventive maintenance on a timely basis.
• Assist mechanics with machine repair and troubleshooting.
• Assist 1st shift production for timely setup.
• Safely operate maintenance shop equipment (drill press, lathe, pneumatic tools).
• Follow all safety and housekeeping procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading

Communication

Self-motivation

Sense of urgency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Since 1990, God has blessed us with outstanding team members, customers, and vendors.

In turn, our goal is to provide a nurturing environment for the God-given talents of our people as well as make a positive impact in the lives of those around us – at work, at home, in our community, and beyond.

We value and respect every employee, empowering you to learn and to advance. When you collaborate and build new connections, we recognize and reward your hard work. Afterall, with growth comes opportunity. Your success is ours.

Position:Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Holland, MI

Job Id:272

# of Openings:1

Request Foods is seeking skilled Maintenance Mechanics to join our team on 2nd and 3rd shift. If you have experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment, we want to hear from you!

We offer competitive pay based on experience, shift premiums, bonus opportunities, and excellent benefits. Join a growing team where your contributions are valued, your hard work is recognized, and opportunities for career advancement are encouraged. Enjoy a positive, team-oriented workplace with ongoing growth and development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the preventative maintenance of all assigned plant equipment, including service, repair or replacement of gearboxes, bearings, chains, belts, etc.
• Ensure the mechanical and physical integrity of the production equipment.
• Reduce the production down time as a result of mechanical failure.
• Ensure that preventative maintenance measures are completed on a timely basis.
• Assist Mechanics as needed to complete machine repair and/or equipment troubleshooting
• Assist 1st shift production departments for a timely set up.
• Properly and safely use maintenance shop equipment (drill press, lathe, pneumatic tools, etc.) to complete projects.
• Follow all safety and housekeeping procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications/ Education/ Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or relevant training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Personal Qualities/ Characteristics

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instruction, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to work at a self-motivated pace and with little supervision.
• Possess a strong sense of urgency.

Physical Activities Required – The physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by a member to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

We are truly grateful to our team members, customers, and vendors for being a part of our story. Take a look at what others have to say about their experience with Request Foods.