Maintenance Mechanic - Night Shift Cutup - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

West Libery Food • West Liberty, IA

4d • $25 - $33

About The Position

West Liberty Foods is hiring Maintenance Mechanics to troubleshoot equipment, solve mechanical problems, and keep production running safely and efficiently. The role works with conveyors, motors, pneumatic systems, and automated production equipment in a manufacturing environment.

The schedule rotates between four workdays one week and three workdays the next, with 12-hour shifts. The posting identifies this as a night-shift role and offers an additional $1.50 per hour for third-shift hours worked. Hourly pay is $25–$33 or more, depending on experience, and the position includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

West Liberty Foods describes itself as one of North America's largest protein processors, producing more than 650 million pounds of meat and poultry products annually. It offers a stable, team-oriented environment and opportunities for long-term career growth. Overtime, weekends, or holidays may sometimes be required; scheduling for these hours is volunteer-first whenever possible.

Requirements

• Preferred: High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: 2 or more years of industrial maintenance experience, such as in manufacturing, food processing, packaging, distribution, or agriculture.
• Preferred: Ability to read, write, and comprehend English, including maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms when necessary.
• Ability to work in varying temperature environments and safely perform maintenance activities in a manufacturing setting.

Nice To Haves

• Technical or trade school training, military maintenance experience, or a related associate degree.
• Experience with conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and pneumatic, hydraulic, or automation troubleshooting and repair.
• Exposure to PLC-controlled equipment and experience with a CMMS or work order system.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial production equipment and automated machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and uptime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues.
• Install, adjust, and maintain production equipment using technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation while supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime while following workplace safety and food safety procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Short-term disability and additional voluntary benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance and opportunities for career advancement.
• $3,000 sign-on bonus.
• Additional $1.50 per hour for third-shift hours worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed