Operations Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift

West Liberty Foods, LLC; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing sector is seeking an Operations Maintenance Mechanic for their Bolingbrook facility. This role involves maintaining machinery, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and ensuring production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical maintenance, especially with automated equipment. Join a collaborative team and enjoy competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance Program

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in mechanical field preferred.
• Proven experience with 480V and pneumatics.
• Ability to read prints/schematics/drawings.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily preventative maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical breakdowns.
• Assist HAZMAT team and operate lifts as needed.

Skills

Automated Equipment

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Safety Precautions

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

PLC

Vision Systems

Textor

Weber

Multivac

CMMS

Google Suite

Job description

Operations Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift

Job Category: Maintenance/Utilities

Requisition Number: OPERA004701

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• Posted : May 14, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

OUR TEAM IS OUR BEST ASSET

About West Liberty Foods

West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. We are The Surprisingly Big Company, and we’re right in your backyard.

Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team environment!

We are currently hiring for:

Job Title: Operations Maintenance Mechanic

Job Summary: The position for Operations Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for supporting production by maintaining operation of machinery and mechanical equipment along with experience on automated equipment. Troubleshooting mechanical and basic electrical systems in order to maintain and repair equipment.

Compensation Details: Hourly rate of pay is between $23.76 - $37.89 per hour depending on years of experience.

Currently 3 openings with this job posting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete daily preventative maintenance and daily tasks.
• Assist and become an active member of the HAZMAT team.
• Read and understand mechanical and electrical diagrams and technical repair manuals.
• Able to diagnose and troubleshoot automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Apply knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance work.
• Operate lifts and material handling tools as needed.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment as needed.
• Able to adapt to a fast paced work environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Must be able to cover other days and weekends as needed.
• An Associate Degree or equivalent in a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience working on automated (PLC’s, Vision Systems) equipment.
• Proven experience with Textor/Weber/Multivac.
• Proven experience with 480V.
• Proven experience with pneumatics.
• Proven ability to read prints/schematics/drawings.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the mechanical field in an industrial or manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Must practice good personal hygiene.
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Basic computer skills such as CMMS, L2L, Google Suite.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in food manufacturing or process is a plus.
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Must be able to climb ladders and do work on aerial work platforms as needed.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts 4 days one week and 3 days the 2nd week, rotating every other week. Every other weekend off. Hours are 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends if needed.
• Candidates must successfully pass the post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen and physical.

West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible.

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online on our careersite at https://careers.wlfoods.com/.

The following benefits are available:

• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account andHealth Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

Disclosures: Pursuant to the Illinois Equal Pay Act, this posting includes the good faith, budgeted pay scale and general description of benefits that the employer reasonably expects to offer a successful, qualified applicant for this position as of the date of this posting with future pay and benefits subject to change based on employment conditions including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, and experience; performance; shift(s) worked; hours worked; department or business line; geographic location; and other market conditions in accordance with company policies and the at-will nature of this employment opportunity.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Associates or better in Other.

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