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Maintenance Mechanic $37.88/hr (3rd shift)

Mondelez International · Naperville, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your experience with pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics and drives on production equipment.

What they are checking: Whether their background covers the specific systems this journeyperson role lists in the posting.

Tell me about a time you helped improve a machine's reliability, not just fix it.

What they are checking: Whether they contribute to continuous improvement, which the posting asks for directly.

How do you work with an electrician when a problem could be mechanical or electrical?

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate well with other trades instead of passing the problem back and forth.

What would you do

It's third shift and a line is down. Operations wants a quick fix, but you think a part needs replacing. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they weigh a temporary fix against the real repair and communicate the risk clearly.

About the work

A packaging line keeps jamming at the same point. Walk me through how you troubleshoot it.

What they are checking: Whether they find the real cause, like wear or misalignment, instead of clearing jams over and over.

How do you read a blueprint or sketch to make a replacement part?

What they are checking: Whether they can interpret drawings and machine parts accurately when a part isn't available.

What welding do you do, and when would you choose not to weld a repair?

What they are checking: Whether they know their welding limits and food safety concerns about repairs in a food plant.

How do you keep a repair from contaminating food product in the area?

What they are checking: Whether they understand food plant rules about tools, debris, lubricants and cleaning after maintenance.

Why does it matter to record every job in SAP, even small ones?

What they are checking: Whether they see that maintenance history helps find repeat failures and plan better preventive maintenance.

What do you check before using a manlift or scaffold?

What they are checking: Whether they follow safety checks for lifts and heights, which the posting requires them to be qualified on.

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The full job description

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Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. How you will contribute : As Journeyperson Mechanic , your main responsibility will be to perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment to keep in good running order. Troubleshoot problems, recommend, and perform mechanical repairs to minimize downtime. Work collaboratively with Operations Team to share knowledge and contribute to a Continuous Improvement environment What you need to know about this position: Responsibilities and duties: • Utilize mechanical ability and knowledge to repair, replace defective parts and equipment. • Ability to r ead and interpret drawings, blueprints or sketches . • Working knowledge to include (but not restricted to) pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, drives, machining of parts, some electrical knowledge, hand tool usage, and welding. • Must be qualified to operate forklifts, manlifts, ladders and scaffolds. • Work effectively with electrical, boiler room, and/ or operations personnel when needed. • Participate in groups or teams to enhance the reliability and productivity of equipment and processes. • Report all work through a computerized maintenance system (SAP). • Assist enhancements to computerized maintenance system. • Work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision in a team environment. • Knowledge and complete usage of LOTO, hot work permits, confined space permits. • Protect the company's investment in machinery and equipment by exercising proper care, skill and knowledge in the use of Company investments. • Support and participate in business initiatives ie. HACCP, QCMS, etc. What you will bring : • At least 2 years manufacturing experience in similar positions • Served and satisfactorily completed an approved Apprenticeship or Training • Ability to work well in a team-based environment with limited supervision • Able to learn and apply Continuous Improvement tools (IL6S) • Capable of working effectively as part of a High Performance Team • Ability to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as required • Ability to problem solve and help with practical solution Physical Demands : • Climb steps • Work from ladders and lifts • Lift 50 pounds and maintain balance • Ability to perform duties in extreme varying temperatures • Crawl over, under and into equipment as necessary to perform job duties Education / Certifications: High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) Work schedule: : Subject to change based on business needs : Full Schedule flexibility required to work 3rd shift. 11pm to 7am 40hrs a week Benefits : • You will be eligible for the comprehensive benefit package that has been negotiated by the company and union. • Our union locations offer competitive benefits; including, but not limited to: • Health and welfare (medical and dental). • 401(k) Savings Plan. - Family and medical leave. • Military leave. - Paid time off. • 13 Paid Holidays for qualified candidates. • Company-Paid Life Insurance. • Disability Insurance. • Retirement benefits. • Bereavement Leave of Absence Policy - U.S. • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your wellness #ushourly Salary and Benefits: The hourly wage for this position is $37.88/hour. The position offers healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and paid time off, in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Business Unit Summary The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country. Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance. For more information about your Federal rights, please see eeopost.pdf ; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement ; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision ; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Job Type Regular Manufacturing core Manufacturing

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