Requisition ID: 39666 

Job Description: 
 

About McCain
 

At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day.

As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.

Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!

Why Join the McCain Family
 

Your Life – We’re here to help you fulfill your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life.
Your Success – Work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success.
Your Impact – We want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business.

McCain is a place where you can grow from the ground up—join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain.

About the Role
 

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of equipment throughout the plant. You will perform routine and preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and support new installations and upgrades across the facility. Your work ensures that production runs smoothly and that both safety and food quality standards are upheld every day.

This position requires quick, accurate problem-solving, strong technical ability, and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of equipment reliability.

Leadership Principles
 

Our Leadership Principles guide how we work together, interact with customers, and deliver results:

We are customer obsessed – By understanding their needs and leveraging insights, we drive mutual success.
We think big and plan ahead – We take smart risks, innovate, and refine processes for long-term success.
We bring out the best in our people – Inclusion, trust, and empowerment help our people thrive.
We act like owners – We clear obstacles and own our work, together.

Statement of Job
 

Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and facilities to ensure reliable operation. The Maintenance Technician will troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; support equipment installations and modifications; and work closely with production, quality, and maintenance leadership to maintain plant uptime and equipment integrity.

Major Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting of food processing and auxiliary equipment.
• Execute maintenance tasks safely and efficiently while maintaining food safety.
• Communicate effectively with production and quality teams regarding equipment status.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on all equipment and facilities at the McCain Plover plant.
• Maintain and take accountability for all assigned equipment and tools.
• Coordinate daily duties with the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Provide availability for emergency repair of critical equipment.
• Communicate maintenance concerns, operability issues, and repair needs with the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform breakdown, preventive, and predictive maintenance on food process equipment.
• Maintain accountability for work order completion, tools, equipment uptime, and reliability.
• Document repair records, work orders, downtime events, and service needs.
• Use computer systems to input work order data and locate parts.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment and handle fast-paced, complex equipment scenarios.
• Follow all GMP, safety, and PPE guidelines, including fire-rated uniform requirements.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Special Requirements
 

• Ability to work safely around mechanical, electrical, and high-speed equipment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to independently analyze problems and apply logical troubleshooting steps.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and willingness to learn additional technical skills.

Qualifications
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two-year technical college degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years working knowledge of food processing equipment; 5 years preferred.
• Electrical and mechanical knowledge equivalent to a technical certificate program required; Electromechanical degree or Journeyman status preferred.
• PLC programming and robotics experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs, variable speed drives, servo controls, and process controllers required.
• Basic metalworking, TIG welding, and metal fabrication skills required.
• Experience with lathe, mill, shear, brake, and ironworker equipment is a plus.

Skills & Technical Requirements:

• Ability to comprehend and communicate in basic English.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, and diagram instructions.
• Ability to analyze technical data and draw logical conclusions.
• Ability to solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Fire-rated uniforms and garments must be worn at all times.

Working Conditions
 

Exposure to moving mechanical parts, food fumes, airborne particles, and loud noise.
Work in extreme cold, extreme heat, and elevated areas such as ceiling spaces, roof areas, ladders, and high lifts.
Requires physical activity, equipment interaction, and consistent adherence to safety procedures.

 
Scope of Authority
 

All employees have the right to question or refuse unsafe work.
All employees are expected to take appropriate actions to ensure the safety of people, product, and equipment.

 
The McCain Experience
 

We are McCain: this statement reflects our collective power and individual importance—your impact makes a difference. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity, trust, and collaboration, helping us bring out the best in our people.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together.

The Benefits of Working for McCain
 

McCain offers comprehensive benefits to support your life and career, including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) match at 6%
• Adoption Assistance
• Infertility Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Assistance
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Compensation Package:  - Starting at 34.00 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs.