Fontanini Maintenance Mechanic- 2nd Shift
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationMc Cook, IL, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentMaintenance
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 3, 2026 · 1d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Minimum of 3 years' experience with a strong mechanical and electrical skillset
Experience working in a food manufacturing environment
Ability to repair equipment using hand tools
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting ability
Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics
Ability to read the input/output of electrical schematics
High School education or the equivalent
Demonstrated work experience in a team environment
Knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
Skills
PLC
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug plan
401(k)
Life insurance
Short term disability
Vacation
Holiday pay
Educational assistance
Profit sharing
Stock purchase plan
Employee assistance program
Wellness plan
About the company
Fontanini was established in 1960; from Lucca, Italy to Chicago, Illinois, the Fontanini family has been creating authentic Italian meats, toppings, and specialty sausages for generations. With a commitment to genuine, handcrafted family recipes, it’s a name that customers equate with excellence! In 2017, Fontanini joined the Hormel Foods family. Hormel shared the family values and commitment to quality production making them the perfect match!
Benefits
Fontanini offers a competitive pay program including excellent benefits to include a comprehensive health insurance plan, prescription drug plan, dental and vision plan, 401(k) with company match, employee assistance and wellness plan, life insurance, short-term disability, vacation and holiday pay, and educational assistance.
About the role
Fontanini located in McCook, IL just outside of Chicago is seeking Experienced Maintenance Mechanics. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a food manufacturing environment with a minimum of 3 years’ experience with a strong mechanical and electrical skillset.
Position Summary: Maintenance Mechanics areresponsible for ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
Benefits: Fontanini Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive wages (plus bonus), annual merit increase, performance reviews, medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan and more.
Position Responsibilities:
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Performs preventative maintenance on wide variety of packaging and processing equipment.
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Specifies parts required. Orders if needed, and makes needed repairs based on PM.
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Assists with training new and/or less skilled maintenance and production personnel.
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Troubleshoots basic electrical problems using various test equipment and ladder logic diagrams.
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Troubleshoots mechanical problems using various measurement equipment and mechanical expertise.
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Devises, plans, and completes mechanical upgrades, modifications and overhauls.
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Completes changeovers on production lines by following changeover check sheet and recommends modification to the sheet as needed.
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Performs routine daily setup and adjustment of all production equipment.
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Follow all safety and company policies.
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Participate in safety and quality trainings.
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Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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Ability to repair equipment using hand tools.
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Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting ability.
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Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
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Ability to read the input/output of electrical schematics.
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Helpful i.e. Knowledge of PLC’s (Programmable Logic Controllers).
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High School education or the equivalent.
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Demonstrated work experience in a team environment.
Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.