Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Food Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic

Step into a modern, clean food production facility in Portage, IN, where your mechanical know‑how keeps the lines moving and on schedule. Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. is adding experienced Maintenance Mechanics to support a high‑volume plant and drive reliability across multiple production lines.

Compensation & Schedule

• $33 – $38/hour
• 1st, 2nd & 3rd shift opportunities
• Full-Time | Weekly Pay | Immediate Openings

Why join us

• Competitive hourly pay up to $38/hr
• Multiple shifts available to fit your schedule
• Stable, long-term opportunity with room to grow
• Clean, food-grade manufacturing environment
• Hands-on mechanical problem solving every day
• Expand your technical toolkit with new systems
• Immediate openings

A day in the life

• Walk the line at start-up, verify equipment readiness, and make fine adjustments for optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly to minimize downtime; document causes and corrective actions.
• Repair or replace worn parts and components to keep machinery within spec.
• Set up equipment on production lines to meet product and safety requirements.
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks to improve reliability and throughput.
• Support production schedules by responding rapidly to maintenance requests.
• Participate in machine and maintenance training sessions.
• Contribute ideas to continuous improvement initiatives.

What you bring

• 1–2 years of maintenance mechanic experience preferred
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and repair production equipment
• Comfortable using manual and pneumatic hand tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude with solid problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and reach above shoulder level
• Organized communicator who can track downtime and repairs
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Relevant certifications a plus

How to apply

Apply in person Monday – Friday between 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Please bring 2 forms of employment identification.

• 8135 Kennedy Ave, Highland, IN 46322
• 600 W 81st Ave Suite 1A, Merrillville, IN 46410
• 6575 Daniel Burnham Dr. Suite C, Portage, IN 46368

AI Disclosure:

Our recruitment process may include AI-assisted tools to support candidate evaluation. These tools do not replace human decision-making. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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