Maintenance Mechanic I - Growth & Upgrades (2nd/3rd Shift)

Nestlé; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Healthcare coverage

Benefits package

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 1 to keep production equipment running safely, reliably, and efficiently. You’ll learn from experienced teammates while performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting equipment improvements that keep operations moving.

Pay is $28.00/hr with second shift +$0.75/hr and third shift +$1.25/hr. Nestlé offers a quarterly bonus, a 401(k) match, health coverage, and a broad range of benefits. No Visa sponsorship is available for this role.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on maintenance or mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and understand English for safety procedures, work instructions, and documenting maintenance activities clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical equipment to support safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain and repair mechanical and power transfer systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, drive, steam, plumbing, piping).
• Use a computerized maintenance system to complete work orders and document repairs.
• Read and update basic mechanical and electrical drawings, schematics and P&IDs.
• Support equipment upgrades, line improvements, and maintenance-related projects.
• Assist with welding and basic fabrication (MIG, TIG, Stick).
• Coach operators on basic equipment adjustments and changeovers.
• Identify and address safety, quality, and reliability issues proactively.
• Follow all SOPs and complete documentation accurately.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Read schematics

Welding basics

Attention to detail

Independent and team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Job description

Nestlé USA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 1 to keep production equipment running safely, reliably, and efficiently. You’ll learn from experienced teammates while performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting equipment improvements that keep operations moving.

Pay is $28.00/hr with second shift +$0.75/hr and third shift +$1.25/hr. Nestlé offers a quarterly bonus, a 401(k) match, health coverage, and a broad range of benefits. No Visa sponsorship is available for this role.