Maintenance Mechanic ($36.68/hour)

  • Mondelez International
  • Richmond, Virginia
  • Full Time
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelez International?

We are the creators of Oreo, Ritz Crackers, Triscuit, Sour Patch and Swedish Fish to name a few.

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

As part of Manufacturing, youll use your skills, our systems and a wide array of raw materials to help create the delicious, finished products our consumers love. While taking ownership in your area of work, youll also ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues while producing our top-quality products reliably and efficiently within our integrated supply chain. .

Purpose of the Role:

Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment to keep it in good running order. Troubleshoot problems, and recommend and perform mechanical repairs to minimize downtime. Work collaboratively with the Operations Team to share knowledge and contribute to a Continuous Improvement environment.

How you will Contribute :

  • Utilize mechanical ability and knowledge to repair, and replace defective parts and equipment.
  • Ability to read 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, man lifts, ladders, and scaffolds.
  • Work effectively with electrical, boiler room, and 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 the computerized maintenance system.
  • Work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision in a team environment.
  • Knowledge and complete usage of Lock-out tag-out, hot work permits, and 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.

Education / Certifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED

Job Specific Requirements:

  • At least 2 years of Food Production/Bakery Manufacturing experience (preferred)
  • Union based Facility - Experience (preferred)
  • Experience with Machining and Welding (preferred)
  • 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 problem solve and help with practical solutions
  • Working knowledge to include (but not restricted to) pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, drives, machining of parts, some electrical knowledge, hand tool usage, and welding
  • Work effectively with electrical, boiler room, and 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 the computerized maintenance system
  • Work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision in a team environment
  • Knowledge and complete usage of Lock-out tags, hot work permits, and 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

Work Schedule:

  • Flexibility required - Ability to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • 60 days training on 1st shift

The following physical demands are examples of duties that may be performed:

  • Climb steps
  • 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
  • Work from ladders and lifts

Salary and Benefits:

  • The hourly wage for this position is $36.68 /hr. Benefits beginning 1st of the month following 60 days of employment include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Program
  • Pay weekly
  • OT available
Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelez 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 brandsincluding 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.

Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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 ... for assistance.

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Job Type RegularManufacturing supportManufacturing
Job ID: 485806035
Originally Posted on: 7/17/2025

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