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

West Liberty Foods • West Liberty, IA

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About The Position

West Liberty Foods is hiring Maintenance Mechanics to troubleshoot equipment, resolve mechanical problems, and keep production running safely and efficiently. The role works with conveyors, motors, pneumatic systems, and automated production equipment in a modern manufacturing environment, with opportunities to expand technical skills. The company describes itself as a large protein processor producing more than 650 million pounds of meat and poultry products annually.

The schedule is rotating: four days one week and three days the next, with 12-hour shifts. The posting lists a $1.50-per-hour shift premium for third-shift hours worked. Hourly pay is $25–$33+ depending on experience, and the position includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

The role involves standing and walking for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders and working on elevated platforms when necessary, and working in varying temperatures. Team members may be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays; these hours are scheduled on a volunteer-first basis whenever possible.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English, including maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• 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.
• Ability to safely perform maintenance activities in a manufacturing setting.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, food processing, packaging, distribution, agriculture, or a related setting.
• 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

• $3,000 sign-on bonus.
• 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.
• Shift premium of $1.50 per hour for third-shift hours worked.

What This Job Offers

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