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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Portage, IN
Salary
$33–$38 Per Hour
Skills
Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Food Productionunmatched
Hand Toolsunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Manufacturing Equipment Maintenanceunmatched
Mechanical Maintenanceunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Plumbingunmatched
Pneumatic Toolsunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Product Safetyunmatched
Production Scheduleunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Reliability Engineeringunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
System Start-Upunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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