JourneyPerson Mechanic / $37.50 hourly

Naperville, Illinois, United States April 8, 2026 Full Time

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 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, 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.

More about this role

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

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

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Salary and Benefits:

The hourly wage for this position is $37.50/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

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